If you still think lifting weights makes athletes slower, you’re stuck in the wrong decade. Some of the strongest athletes I’ve coached weren’t just weight room warriors — many were the fastest players on the field. And that’s not a coincidence. Strength training, when done right, builds the foundation for speed. It doesn’t replace sprint…
When most people hear “sprinting,” they picture competitive athletes, track spikes, and finish lines. But the truth is, sprinting isn’t just for elite runners or people chasing gold medals. It’s for anyone who wants to move better, feel stronger, and stay sharp. You don’t need to run a perfect 100-meter dash to benefit from sprinting….
Jumping Rope is a classic exercise beloved by gym warriors and professional athletes alike. It’s an incredible full-body workout that blasts calories, boosts cardio fitness, and improves footwork. But what happens when you can’t find your trusty jump rope, or you’re in a setting where swinging a rope isn’t quite feasible? Don’t sweat it –…
High Knees is a simple yet effective exercise that can help improve your speed and endurance. I predominantly use High Knees as a speed mechanics drill to emphasize proper arm action and knee lift. It’s also a common warm-up exercise for runners and athletes, but can be done by anyone looking to boost their speed…
Wall drills are one of my favorite drills for teaching speed, specifically acceleration technique. By using a wall, you can focus on lower body angles without the distraction of upper body mechanics (or worry about falling on your face). Here are 5 Wall Drills, each one progressing into the next, that you can do with…
On the soccer field, speed is critical. The difference in a half step can be the difference between a game-winning goal and a clutch save. It’s why so important for soccer players to train speed and maximize every bit of acceleration and top speed within the player’s ability. I’ve worked with soccer athletes throughout my…
In the game of football, speed is king. The difference in a hundredth of a second can mean the difference between a tackle for loss and a game-breaking touchdown. It’s why so important for football players to train speed and maximize every bit of acceleration and max speed within the player’s ability. I’ve been working…
I’ve never met an athlete that didn’t want to learn how to improve their 40 time. For better or worse, the 40 is still the most discussed and highlighted performance metric that most athletes will have off the field. You can even watch 40s being ran now on prime time from the NFL Combine. This…