Fast Feet Friday – Speed Training Tips – Ground Preparation
Nov 3rd 2017Preparing our foot to strike the ground is often overlooked in speed development. Ground contact can enhance or be detrimental to our sprinting performance!
Here are some tips to consider when training:
- Toes up
- Heels stay a credit card width off the ground
- Foot strikes directly underneath the hips
- Spend as little time in contact with the ground as possible
Coach CJ does a great job in this video demonstrating just a few of the drills we use here at TTR Performance to work on ground preparation.
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I recently attended, along with other members of our physical therapy staff, a Postural Restoration Institute Myokinematic Restoration course that was held at our facility in Cherry Hill . I know, I know, it sounds a bit confusing when put together like that but in all actuality the concepts taught to me over the weekend were simple and informative. This article will give you some insight into what Myokinematic Restoration is and how everyone, whether you’re an athlete or someone looking to better their health and wellness, can benefit from these methods.
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Oct 12th 2017Hip Flexor Stretch
How to do it:
Half Kneeling on soft surface.
Gently move hips forward to feel the stretch in the front of the hip on the kneeling leg.
Hold 30 seconds each. Repeat on the other side. Perform 2 times per day.
Thoracic Rotation Stretch
How to do it:
Lay on one side with knees bent to the level of your hips.
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