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Speed Sports Training
Speed training is another key tool to be used in the development of the athlete.
One key issue involved with speed training is the appropriate use of principles
from track sprint training to soccer, football, baseball, hockey, rugby, basketball.
The differences between the track sprinter and a soccer player is the linear
versus lateral movement and acceleration intervals. It is recommended that
the focus is on fast feet drills as apposed to stride length drills. Acceleration
training should be dominant in soccer, basketball, football etc...sprint training,
some maximum speed work is required. Sprint training and development of better
running mechanics have their place, faster players are more likely to demonstrate
improvements in speed through improvements in power that are driven by strength
training. The use of plyometrics is a widespread stable of the athletics world.
The use of such methods requires careful consideration, especially in regard
to the risk of injury.