Most athletes want a faster 40-Yard Dash, but few know how to train for it. Get faster this year by training with drills that train every aspect of your 40. The following speed drill will help you sprint faster by improving your first step, acceleration and maximum speed.
The Falling Start
The Falling Start teaches you to take the first step explosively and align your body correctly. To perform Falling Starts:
- Face the course with your feet aligned one in front of the other
- Bend both knees slightly and push your hips back until you’re leaning forward. Allow your arms to hang down
- Raise your hips and allow yourself to fall forward
- When you fall forward, you’ll automatically take a step to catch yourself. This will be the first step of your sprint
On your speed days, perform Falling Starts three to five times for up to 20 yards each. Don’t worry about running for distance; just focus on your first few steps.
Source: http://www.stack.com/2014/08/15/speed-drills-sprint-faster/
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