Here is a quick video on how training can be used with the EMS. As a full disclosure, you can never replace speed or strength training with your actual event-specific discipline (i.e sprinting fast to run fast), thus the EMS is used to “top up” on your training. However, when you have to miss a … [Read more...] about Using the EMS for Training [SpeedEndurance TV]
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Pads, Pad Placement and Electric Muscle Stimulators [SpeedEndurance TV]
Here is a quick video on the different type of pads used in Electrical Muscle Stimulation. This should remove some of the mysteries if you are not familiar with EMS. I also discuss briefly on why you should not buy a cheap 2 channel EMS device and spend the extra money on getting a proper 4 … [Read more...] about Pads, Pad Placement and Electric Muscle Stimulators [SpeedEndurance TV]
SpeedEndurance TV – On Teamwork, Leadership and Building a Winning Team
I was inspired to do this 7 minute video as a follow up to Derek Evely’s 10 Great Tips to Succeed as a Coach (and Change our Sport) I think if a team, company or organization can follow my 7 tips, then you will succeed. Athletics Canada is having a hard time rebuilding their organization after … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV – On Teamwork, Leadership and Building a Winning Team
SpeedEndurance TV – Do Elite Hurdlers use Risers in Spikes?
Two weeks ago, I did a short video for SpeedEndurance TV if you can run faster with risers or crowns in track spikes? Someone suggested it was good for hurdlers to get more lift. In this video, I asked four 110mH hurlders... Aries Merritt, David Oliver, Antwon Hicks, and Mark McKoy if they use … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV – Do Elite Hurdlers use Risers in Spikes?
SpeedEndurance TV – Best Tip to Calm PreRace Jitters
In this short YouTube video on SpeedEndurance TV, I explain the quickest and easiest way to calm pre-race jitters or nervousness. This tip isn’t only for track, as it’s great for any stressful situations, whether it’s work, home, or exams! I do this when I’m stuck in traffic! And believe me, … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV – Best Tip to Calm PreRace Jitters
Interview with Jothy Rosenberg: Who Says I Can’t?
This is part 13 of the Freelap Friday Five Series, 2013 Edition. To review the 16 part 2012 edition, click here. Part 1 was Matt Scherer, Professional Pacer-Rabbit. Part 2 was Stuart McMillan, Bobsled and former UKA Sprint Coach. Part 3 was Dean Starkey, PV Coach and former Elite Pole Vaulter. … [Read more...] about Interview with Jothy Rosenberg: Who Says I Can’t?
SpeedEndurance TV – Top 5 Weight Training Exercises for Sprinters
One of most popular questions I get asked is weight training for Sprinters. In this short video, I answer my favorite top 5 exercises in the weight room. I do not discuss plyometics… strictly weight training, and preferably free weights. I also do not discuss if weight training should be done … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV – Top 5 Weight Training Exercises for Sprinters
SpeedEndurance TV – 3 Tips for a Masters Sprinter Comeback
Here is another quick video from SpeedEndurance TV. The chart below might help, and I am highlighting 22.0 & 48.0 (for 200m and 400m) which is very close to my 21.98 and 48.36 open PRs for the respective events. One can also use WMA age grade tables (Excel sheet here) and get similar goals … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV – 3 Tips for a Masters Sprinter Comeback
SpeedEndurance TV: Can I Run Faster with Risers in Spikes?
Ever wonder what are those little plastic washers that come with your track spikes? We call them “risers” or “crowns”. Do they make you run faster? Do they prevent slippage? In this episode of SpeedEndurance TV, I give 3 theories, where the 3rd theory is the most likely answer. I should … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV: Can I Run Faster with Risers in Spikes?
Introducing SpeedEndurance TV Daily Video Series on Coaching
Starting today, I am launching a new video series called SpeedEndurance TV. It will be a daily video where I provide a training tip, or I’ll answer a question from my hundreds of emails I receive. (I do read them all, I just cannot answer them all as fast as I would like). But the best part is the … [Read more...] about Introducing SpeedEndurance TV Daily Video Series on Coaching
