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 Ty’s a Giant on the track October 24, 2023February 7, 2024 You can’t miss Ty Shepherd when he’s training with FAST. Ty’s a GWS Giants Academy player (AFL) and he stands out. The sixteen year old can play ruck, mid field or in attack. Ty recently played in the AFL National Development Championships and played the Grand Final for Eastlake FC in… Read More
FAST for Sport Proctor Park Challenge tournament Bathurst February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 FAST Females members Siena, Grace, Georgia, Sophie, and Annie are this weekend playing in the Proctor Park Challenge for the West Canberra Wanderers. The Proctor Park Challenge is for teams in Under 12 Girls and Under 14/15/16 Girls from Girls Youth League, Association Representative, Association Club Teams to play shortened… Read More
FAST Kids National Finalists and silver medalist in Adelaide April 30, 2016November 2, 2023 FAST’s new sprint sensation Jeremy Maranan earns a silver medal at Nationals in Adelaide last weekend. His squad mates Chelsea Tobin made yet another final at National level, while Nick Donaldson running in his first ever Nationals ran a PB in the 400m Final. Charlotte Rauraa continued to impress in… Read More