5 Ways to Superior Speed

 
What athlete doesn't want to run faster? Whether you're a sprinter or a line backer, every sportsman or woman wants those extra yards/seconds. But what's the best way to do it? There are of course many ways, but I've assembled here what I believe are five often overlooked tips to run faster and shave precious seconds off those all-important sprint times.
 
1. Keep your form.
 
Many athletes lose form when they're gunning all-out for speed - especially in the heat of the moment in competitive sports. The key is to develop the presence of mind to keep your form during training so that good form becomes automatic - even in the most stressful, distracting competitive encounters.
 
2. Lean the right way.
 
Another very common running mistake: leaning back. Often, a sprinting athlete will start off well only to begin leaning back and in so doing lose speed. If you lean back when running your legs will be in front of you rather than behind you where they are best placed to propel you forward. Always remember to lean into your sprint with your head held straight.
 
3. Relax!
 
Many athletes let aggression get the better of them; their so pumped up with the desire to win, to pummel their opponents, that they allow tension to permeate their bodies. This isn't good. A tense body will tire more easily, energy flow will be impaired and so will form. When you run, of course you should go for it, but do so with your body as relaxed as possible.
 
4. Breath for speed.
 
Your muscles will provide you with speed, but your muscles require energy. Where do they get their energy from? From the oxygen in your blood. And where does that come from? Your breathing. If you get more oxygen into your blood, you will have more energy available for your muscles - and therefore more speed.
 
If you add some fast breathing drills to your training routine you can train yourself to suck in more oxygen and give yourself an edge over your less-well breathing opponents. Try this: breath in and out rapidly for 30 seconds - do this for 5-7 sets and build up to 1 minute.
 
5. Massage those muscles.
 
Regular massage helps with mobility and flexibility of the muscles. It also increases blood flow to them, and relaxes them. In addition, it can speed up recovery from a hard session or race very significantly - even by as much as 50%. A good massage therapist can also identify problem areas before they become injuries.
 
All of us are unique, and no one formula will work for everyone. It also takes time - years even - to figure out what works best for us. The important thing is that you keep an open mind, try new things, and learn from experience. Don't take anyone's opinion as the last word on anything - hey, even the experts can get it wrong!
 
Let your training routine evolve and just enjoy the process of becoming a better, stronger - and faster - athlete.
 
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Anthony Sanza - How To Increase Speed In Running