Sprints

Check out these videos on how to use starting blocks effectively.

Check out these world class sprinters in slow mo!

Take note of:

  • Big arm drive
  • Pushing hard out of the blocks
  • Foot placement on first couple steps (not striding too far out)


  • Drive Phase Drill
    • Knee drive
    • Toes up
    • Straight line from head through back leg to foot

A quick overview of proper sprint form (after you've finished your drive phase)

Take note of:

  • Elbow and knee positions
  • Relaxed shoulders, arms, hands, face, chin/neck