Welcome to the "Speed to Dominate" podcast hosted by Coach Derrick Harper, where we explore the secrets to achieving peak athletic performance. In this episode, Coach Harper delves into the critical aspect of timing when it comes to incorporating speedwork into your training regimen. He shares his wealth of knowledge gained from years of coaching and a successful track record in developing champion athletes. Discover the precise strategies and training cycles he uses to help athletes peak at the right moment, and hear about his own experiences as a coach and athlete.
Show Notes:
- Coach Harper introduces the episode and his background in athletics, highlighting the influence of his high school, Bethel High School, which produced notable athletes like Allen Iverson and Francena McCory, an Olympic gold medalist.
- He explains the importance of timing in athletic training, focusing on when to incorporate speedwork to help athletes reach their peak performance during championship seasons.
- Coach Harper provides insights into the different phases of an athletic season, from regional championships to district championships, sectionals, and beyond.
- He outlines the training cycle he follows, emphasizing the significance of finding the midpoint of the season and planning workouts accordingly.
- Coach Harper describes the pacing workouts he uses to build strength and endurance in athletes, including 300-meter, 600-meter, and 4x50-meter repetitions.
- He emphasizes the value of pacing and how it contributes to overall improvement in performance.
- Coach Harper details his weekly training schedule, including longer workout days, recovery days, and ladder or chair workouts for sprinters.
- He explains how these workouts are part of a three-week cycle, with an active recovery week to help athletes maintain conditioning without overexertion.
- Coach Harper highlights the adaptability of this training method for various distances and disciplines within track and field.
- He invites listeners to explore implementing these strategies into their own coaching programs and offers assistance through personalized consultations.
Remember, the key to success is in the timing and the careful planning of training cycles. Coach Derrick Harper's experience and insights can help athletes and coaches take their performance to the next level. To learn more about his proven 3-step process to help young athletes fix their running technique, gain confidence, and become faster without leaving their own backyard,
Schedule a Breakthrough Strategy call with Coach Harper today at https://www.speedtodominate.com/toapply
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