From strength to strength Canberra Running Coach, November 7, 2023May 4, 2024 Strength and conditioning helps sprinters build explosive power and speed, while also improving overall strength and endurance. For sprinters, this can help reduce the risk of injury by strengthening the muscles and joints involved in sprinting. FAST provides guidance on strength and conditioning training to its members. FAST’s Athletes are instructed on correct form and which activities are required to building strength for sprinting and jumps. Strength training sessions are organised at the FAST Recovery Centre. There is no additional cost for gym usage. FAST incorporates flexibility and mobility sessions as part of training. Flexibility allows a greater stride length whilst sprinting which means the athlete will have less physical work to do as they may cover more ground using fewer strides than their foes. FAST uses dynamic hip mobility exercises in order to improve the efficient movement of the hips. This in turn aides the legs to have the necessary power and speed to run well. With hips forward, the knee drive will automatically improve. Flexibility, mobility and core workouts are provided in group settings amongst members of FAST. Lack of mobility and muscle soreness is treated immediately. FAST members are encouraged to work with our Soft Tissue Therapist who has experience in elite level sport across many disciplines and strongly advocates Soft Tissue Therapy as part of a good recovery and preparation. For more information on FAST’s programs please Contact Us. FAST Track News BelconnenCross TrainingRecoveryRunning TrainingSprintingStrength & MobilityTraining Locations
FAST for Sport Oliver building explosive power September 18, 2024September 19, 2024 Oliver (Oli) is an exciting Canberra gridiron (American football) player who studies at UC Lake Ginninderra Secondary College. Oli has ambitions of taking his football very seriously. Oliver recently joined the FAST for Sport program to boost his explosive power. His hulking frame at speed is a real weapon that… Read More
FAST Track Lewin lowers PB by half second in season opener August 4, 2024August 27, 2024 Lewin Ainsworth has gotten into the Olympic spirit with a mighty half second person best competing at the Capital Athletics Winter Series at the AIS on Sunday. Competing in both the 200m and the 400m, Lewin lowered his previous 200m PB from 28.18s to 27.66s, in his first competition since… Read More
FAST Track Nikola set to race at Nationals October 14, 2024October 14, 2024 FAST Track athlete Nikola Houliaras has been selected to represented the ACT at the upcoming School Sport Australia Championship in Sydney. The twelve year old sprinter will compete in Sydney from 28th November – 2nd December 2024 against the other best athletes in Australia in the 100m and the 200m…. Read More