Speed Training for athletes can sometimes be controversial as to the way you train speed. Some gurus say it’s all hip extension and hip flexion. Some say you need to mimic game play and it’s all about an explosive first step.
I personally as a coach believe the best speed workouts are the ones that really translate to the particular sport or actual competition the athlete is participating in. There are many drills and different ways to train speed from form and technique, power drills, to good ol hardwork.
Many coaches have many different opinions but let’s apply these 6 in your training this week to start improving your SPEED. Which to me is linear and lateral because you need your body to respond in all planes because that is how competition is. Watch this video and then read how I break down the actual workout…