FAST Track 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… Continue Reading
FAST Track Sharing elite experience Canberra Running Coach, November 3, 2023February 8, 2024 Athletes enrolled in FAST have ready access to elite Performance athletes who are available and willing to share their knowledge and expertise with the next generation. Recently tucked away on a suburban oval in Aranda, Commonwealth Games representative Vivian Williams, worked with the squad putting them through their paces. The… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Make no mistake Canberra Running Coach, November 2, 2023February 8, 2024 Anyone watching the West Canberra Wanderers FC in the NPLW will notice one thing, Siena Towndrow’s speed when she has the ball at her feet. Siena is very fast for a footballer. In December 2022, Siena was the 8th fastest in her age in the Country for the 100m and… Continue Reading
FAST Kids Tom is taking it all in his stride Canberra Running Coach, October 30, 2023February 7, 2024 For Tom Hickey, training with FAST since June 2021 has all been about the fun. Each Sunday, Tom really looks forward to training with the other kids. Tom is a multi talented runner who also enjoys playing Rugby, performing in School Musicals and Theatre. His Dad says that “Tom really… Continue Reading
FAST Track Winner winner chicken dinner Canberra Running Coach, October 28, 2023February 7, 2024 The competition season is now well underway and the next generation of FAST athletes have not disappointed. Mathias Lill showed he’s no slouch with two new personal bests in the 60m (7.66s) and the 100m (12.02s). Mathias battled hard in his heat of the 100m finishing first and improving his… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Being a step ahead Canberra Running Coach, October 28, 2023February 8, 2024 When it comes to playing at the back in Football (Soccer), it’s fair to say you need to be faster than the opposite player. Speed is therefore an essential ingredient to your package as a Footballer and other ball sports. For Canberra Premier League players Sophie Porter and Georgia Reilly,… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Young Matilda on her way up Canberra Running Coach, October 28, 2023February 8, 2024 Canberra United star defender, Ava Piazza, who was recently selected for the Young Matildas training camp, is now a member of FAST. Ana’s form at Heidelberg United last season in Victoria led to her selection for the Young Matildas. Ava’s recent signing with Canberra United ahead of the forthcoming Liberty… Continue Reading
FAST & Active Spring into FAST Canberra Running Coach, October 25, 2023January 18, 2024 The new athletics season is underway and now is the time to spring into training with FAST. No matter your age or experience, FAST offers training programs to suit: Review our pages above, read some Testimonials from our Alumni (Past FAST) and Contact Us for more information. Continue Reading
News Building a strong and powerful lower body Canberra Sprint Coach, February 8, 2023May 4, 2024 The FAST Recovery Centre, located at FAST Running HQ in Belconnen, uses the BaseBench Pro by Georges St-Pierre, to aid in building a strong and powerful lower body using Nordic curls, hip thrusts, split-squats. Nordic curls are highly beneficial for sprinters as they target key muscles involved in sprinting mechanics… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Canberra’s newest athletics track Canberra Running Coach, October 27, 2019December 18, 2023 The red lanes of Woden Park are easily seen from Yamba Drive as you pass by The Canberra Hospital. FAST Running is one of only a few private Sprint and Hurdles squads to book sessions on South Canberra’s best athletics facility. Opened in February 2015, the $7 million dollar facility… Continue Reading