Speed Development Program

Qualitative Sprint Diagnosis (QSD)

Increasing speed requires a multi-faceted approach.  Our protocol for improving sprint and speed performance is based on 4 key elements.   

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• Improving Sprint Mechanics

  • Our Qualitative Sprint Diagnosis test breaks down each phase of a sprinters gait, from which we improve mechanical efficiency and power production

• Ground Reaction Force​

  • Increase motor recruitment patterns of glutes, quads, hip-flexors, gastrocnemius, and soleus muscles​ to generate more power as each leg drives against the running surface.

• Increase Stride Frequency​

  • We us the "TANK" to force athletes to reach speeds slightly higher than they are accustomed.​

• Increase Core Activity​ / Power Production

  • Incline sprints on the "TANK" creates core engagement, as well as forces the athlete to stabilize the pelvis in order to  linear efficiency.​