Strength Training for Speed: Scientific Principles and Practical Application

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In the sporting world, everyone wants to be faster. This book demonstrates how to structure an evidence-based, progressive strength training program that will accelerate you toward your speed goals with maximum power and efficiency.

Speed is integral to the successful performance of individuals and teams in most sports: knowledge of the ways in which high-performance athletes train to develop this quality is key.

Strength Training for Speed is a one-stop resource for coaches and athletes looking to enhance sprinting performance through effective strength training methods. The latest scientific research is used to underpin training solutions presented within this book, including strength programs followed by international level athletes.

The scope of applicable content will be of particular interest to coaches, athletes, and students. Boasting a comprehensive video library and a series of example periodised plans, readers will learn how to devise effective strength training programs for any athlete―from the recreational to elite performer. Learn all about:

How to elicit key physiological adaptations necessary for improving strength, power and ultimately speedThe biomechanics of sprinting during the acceleration and maximum velocity phasesThe associations of strength qualities with performance during different sprint phasesHow to design individual strength training sessionsThe periodisation of strength training for speed development

From the Publisher

About the author

James Wild has worked with coaches and athletes across a full spectrum of abilities over the last 20 years, including medal winning teams and athletes at major international competitions. Currently, James leads the speed program for Harlequins rugby senior men’s teams and is Head of Performance for England Women’s Lacrosse senior squad. He also leads modules in skill acquisition and strength and conditioning as part of the University of Surrey’s BSc in Sport & Exercise Science degree program.

This newly updated second edition presents the very best strength training programs to maximise power, efficiency and speed

Enhance your performance with the same programs followed by international-level athletes

Anyone can get faster with the right kind of training, but with so many different methods of strength training out there it can be difficult to know where to start. What’s more, the level of strength program recommended for one person may not be appropriate for the next.

This book is designed to equip coaches, athletes and students with the knowledge necessary to construct successful strength programs underpinned by highly respected scientific research and practical experience.

Contents include:

Strength Training Terminology and Adaptations Sprinting Biomechanics Associations of Strength Qualities with Speed Designing Individual Training Sessions Periodisation Video Exercise Library Sample Training Programs

Blend strength and conditioning with biomechanics techniques

Understand sprint-specific biomechanics and identify areas that may be hindering your speed. Improve your strength transfer in each phase and see your progress accelerate!

Clear guidance on implementing individualised training sessions

Follow sample training sessions designed to enhance the different strength qualities of beginner, intermediate and advanced level athletes at each stage of training.

Comprehensive video library and periodised plans

QR codes link to video demonstrations of each strength exercise, with additional information on aspects of the technique and a range of coaching cues to maximise effectiveness.

Strength Training for Speed is a one-stop resource for coaches and athletes of all levels

Detailed information on the technical side of sprint training

Up-to-date discussion on the mechanical determinants of sprint performance, technical models and moreDiscussion of the muscular contributions to sprinting and the relationship between strength-related qualities and phase-specific sprint performance

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lotus Publishing; Revised edition (30 Oct. 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 248 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1913088340
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1913088347
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 18.9 x 1.1 x 24.6 cm