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Lesson 4:
Core Principles
This lesson focuses on building a sprint program that develops versatile athletes capable of excelling in multiple events. It emphasizes planning with the end goal in mind—whether it's a conference meet or a state championship. The discussion highlights the interconnected nature of energy systems, the importance of target times for effective training, and the balance between volume and intensity. The goal is to avoid excessive aerobic work while ensuring speed development is never neglected, using the minimum effective dosage to maximize performance.
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Sprint training is more than just speed—it’s about precision, technique, and structured workouts that maximize an athlete’s potential. In this course, Coach Nick Buckvar breaks down the key elements of sprint performance, providing a clear roadmap for coaches and athletes to develop explosive speed, efficient mechanics, and race-day readiness. The course begins with a deep dive into sprint mech...