Overview
Speed is not just about effort. It's about how quickly the body can apply force, how efficiently movement is coordinated, and how well that speed is maintained. This block develops all three together.
What You'll Walk Away With
- Faster first steps and improved reaction
- Stronger acceleration over short distances
- Better control at higher speeds
- Smoother, more connected movement patterns
- Improved ability to maintain speed
Core Development Areas
First Step & Reaction
Improving how quickly movement begins.
Acceleration Mechanics (0–30m)
Developing forward projection and early speed.
Max Velocity Development
Building top speed with control and efficiency.
Coordination at Speed
Maintaining control as intensity increases.
Relaxation During Movement
Reducing unnecessary tension at higher speeds.
Speed Endurance
Maintaining speed over distance without breakdown.
How Sessions Are Delivered
- 1Movement preparation & activation
- 2Acceleration & sprint drills
- 3Coordination, timing & reactive work
- 4Controlled sprint work
- 5Feedback & progressive speed loading
Who This Is For
- Athletes improving acceleration and sprint speed
- Runners wanting to move faster with better control
- Youth athletes developing speed foundations
- Individuals who feel slow off the mark or limited at top speed
Why It Matters
Speed exposes everything else. When mechanics, coordination and force application improve together, acceleration stops being an effort problem and becomes a trainable quality.
Other Athletics Pathways
Pathway 01
Athletic Foundation (Youth) Development
Coordination, running, jumping and landing — taught properly, before intensity is added.
Pathway 02
Competition & Performance Preparation
Endurance, energy systems and performance conditioning built into a race-ready block.
Pathway 03
Athletic Movement & Running Mechanics
Running mechanics developed alongside movement control and injury resistance.
Pathway 05
Athletic Strength & Power Development
Lower body strength, explosive power and a physical base that supports performance.
Pathway 06
Recovery, Rebuild & Return to Training
A graded return built on movement control and injury resistance.