There are a lot of myths out there about speed and strength training, so SpeedTrainingPro.com is pleased to offer you speed fanatics some real answers on this topic.
- If you want to get fast, does that mean you have to sacrifice muscle?
- Is bulking up going to wreck a carefully coordinated speed training plan?
- What should you be looking for in the early stages of your speed development?
All this and more is finally answered below thanks to our community of trainers and professional athletes.
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And now, here we go!
The biggest question about speed and strength training is whether building muscle will negatively affect your speed.
The answer is yes and no, but the important part is the no.
Yes, it’s true that most speedy athletes are going to avoid some of the more hardcore weight lifting, especially the dead lift, which tends to build up serious upper body bulk.
But the fact is that eager muscles can only help you with your speed training goals.
If you bulk up at first, you’re going to see a short term dip in speed followed by a longer term increase.
So don’t be afraid to use weights!
Speed and Strength Training – Does Running Training Work?
The second question we hear about speed and strength training all the time is whether running training works for everything.
The answer? No!
If you’re in a sport that demands you rip out at a maximum speed and hold it for a long time, then straight running training is your answer.
You can build endurance with hill training, add resistance with weights, and a whole bunch more.
For team players in basketball, baseball, and other sports, the best training program includes some quickness and agility drills.
There are plenty of tools you can buy to create your own drills, like the speed ladder.
This only gets us started in the mysteries of speed and strength training, but here are the key things to know.
First off, muscle is your friend, so don’t be afraid to balance strength with speed.
Second, everything you need depends on what you do when you’re in the game.
So you should look for a personalized, professional athletic plan as soon as you can.
SpeedTrainingPro.com has you covered here.
Our professional coaches and trainers develop new workouts, advice, and videos for you every day.
We can give you a total competitive advantage through running analysis, showing you just how to train to boost your speed fast!
Till next time
Jim