Sprint Mechanics

Cross-source consensus on Sprint Mechanics from 3 sources and 9 claims.

3 sources · 9 claims

How it works

At the end of the backpedal distance, the athlete plants and immediately drives into a forward sprint. — Backpedal-to-Sprint Change of Direction Drill
During the sprint, the arms should drive forward and out in front of the body near head height. — Lateral Shuffle to Sprint Change-of-Direction Drill
The sprint starts immediately after the lateral shuffle distance is completed. — Lateral Shuffle to Sprint Change-of-Direction Drill
The trail leg lifts during flight to mimic sprint mechanics. — Single-Leg Power Bounding Drill
The lead arm rises to about head height and reaches forward during flight. — Single-Leg Power Bounding Drill
Aggressive arm drive helps accelerate the forward burst out of the transition. — Backpedal-to-Sprint Change of Direction Drill
The arm action should reach forward and out rather than pump vertically. — Lateral Shuffle to Sprint Change-of-Direction Drill
The drill alternates right and left leg bounds in a sprint-like rhythm. — Single-Leg Power Bounding Drill
During the sprint phase, the athlete should reach the arms forward and out before pumping them quickly. — Backpedal-to-Sprint Change of Direction Drill