Acceleration

[Crazycrazylady]

Hi Everyone

My 13 year old while never very fast seems to have very slow acceleration( he's not too slow when he is running full tilt just slow to get there) he was wondering if there were any exercise or drills he should be doing to improve this.
He plays a number of team sports and he feels this is an area he really wants to improve

My son does these for footy...aceleration needs power and ability to "push off" the ground keeping low for as long as poss.

1. Lie with tummy on floor, I say go/blow whistle and he pushes body up and then sprints

1. Squat jumps

1. Lunges

Thanks
That's helpful . They're lovely and simple too!

Technique is important.
Sort of lean forward drive the arms hard and take small steps initially trying to run on their forefoot and toes rather than flat footed.. As the speed picks up gradually stand more upright and increase stride length.
Obviously there are other factors. If they are carrying a lot of timber then no amount of technique work will improve their acceleration.

Google fast feet exercises too.

First I think you should take the boy to be examined by a doctor. I think the doctor will have the most accurate advice for you.
https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/sports/3298351-saturdaygeometry dash online

Has he asked any of his coaches?

He'd probably benefit from done 1:1 coaching and/or strength training - appropriately coached for his age and ability.

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