One of the quickest ways to improve sprinting mechanics and get faster is wall drills. Proper front side mechanics are absolutely essential for speed development and maximum velocity sprinting.
In this lesson Olympic Sprint Coach Ken Harnden breaks down some wall drills and how to perform them to optimize front side mechanics.
You'll learn proper body angles, optimal head and hip positions and how to progress from marching to faster movements. When done properly, the technique that you develop on the wall will translate directly to the track. You'll also get tips on how to identify and fix the most common errors athletes make while doing these drills. If you are looking for a straightforward way to increase speed you'll love these drills!
