I'm a sprinter (50 and 100 Free) with a marginally good trackstart. My form is decent, but I'd like to work on the 'Ooomph' a bit. I've been youtubing the sprinters (ceilo fihlo, etc.) and they have sensational starts and get great distance. Are there any *dryland* exercises (e.g weights, jumping rope) that anyone would recommend for infusing oomph. Thanks in advance.
One word, Plyometrics!! I noticed that when I watched videos of my races, my reaction time was on par, or better then that of my competitors. However, I wasn't covering the same distance as they were. Which negated my fast RT. Someone recommended that I start doing plyometrics. I got some great workouts online and have noticed a great deal of improvement. I followed the Rock's workouts (the former WWE wrestler). I must stress however, that plyometrics are an extreme form of exercise and should only be done after a very good warm up and fully stretched. I also only do them once a week to minimize potential injuries. Good Luck,
One word, Plyometrics!! I noticed that when I watched videos of my races, my reaction time was on par, or better then that of my competitors. However, I wasn't covering the same distance as they were. Which negated my fast RT. Someone recommended that I start doing plyometrics. I got some great workouts online and have noticed a great deal of improvement. I followed the Rock's workouts (the former WWE wrestler). I must stress however, that plyometrics are an extreme form of exercise and should only be done after a very good warm up and fully stretched. I also only do them once a week to minimize potential injuries. Good Luck,
