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Improving speed

Case study of an England junior hockey player

Adam Rogers tests the theories behind repeat sprint ability

A performer’s ability to sprint can be key to outperforming opponents

In team sports, a performer’s ability to sprint can be the key to success. However, performance isn’t dictated by the ability to perform a single sprint — it is determined by repeat sprint ability.

Repeat sprint ability The ability to produce the best possible average sprint performance over a series of sprints (<10 seconds) separated by short (<60 seconds) recovery periods.

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