FAST Kids Take the hill Canberra Running Coach, July 2, 2024August 27, 2024 Weekend running training with FAST Running was held on Sunday at Parliament House in South Canberra. FAST trains regularly in the north and south of Canberra, utilising the best training locations to suit the needs of our members. Sunday’s session saw our 100-200m, 400m, and 800m athletes take the hill… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Let’s get started Canberra Sprint Coach, June 30, 2024August 27, 2024 The temperature felt like -7.3C in the morning so Canberra Sprint Coach, Steve Dodt, brought out the running gear to keep the squad warm. The session at Stromlo Forest Park featured sled pushes, medicine ball throws, and sprinting with parachutes. This combination of exercises ensures a well-rounded development of the… Continue Reading
FAST & Active The importance of incorporating hill sprints Canberra Sprint Coach, June 22, 2024August 27, 2024 Usain Bolt believes that “hill training is very tough, but it builds muscles that you don’t get to work on when you’re running on flat ground. It makes you stronger and faster”. This quote underscores the importance of incorporating hill sprints into FAST Running’s training regime by Canberra Sprint Coach,… Continue Reading
FAST for Sport Dedicated to the cause Canberra Sprint Coach, June 20, 2024August 27, 2024 Every offseason those who continue to train through the cold, wet and darkness come out the other side stronger, fitter, more determined and better for it. FAST Running members know that success in sprinting, like in life, is not about the finish line but about the dedication, discipline, and determination… Continue Reading
News Developing special speed endurance Canberra Running Coach, June 15, 2024August 29, 2024 Developing special speed endurance involves combining elements of speed and endurance training to enhance an athlete’s ability to sustain high-intensity efforts over an extended period. This type of training is crucial for athletes in sports that require repeated bursts of speed or prolonged high-intensity activity. In track athletes, special speed… Continue Reading
FAST & Active Whatever it takes Canberra Sprint Coach, June 12, 2024August 29, 2024 Finding motivation to do the impossible isn’t just in the realms of the movies. The members of FAST Running are conditioned to manage extremes. In pursuit of running excellence, an athlete needs to be both physically and mentally prepared for whatever challenges come their way on race day. Canberra Sprint… Continue Reading
Community Get out for a run – Global Running Day! Canberra Sprint Coach, June 4, 2024August 29, 2024 Wednesday the 5th of June is Global Running Day, a worldwide celebration of running that encourages people of all ages and abilities to get moving. FAST Running is excited to share our love of running and taking strides towards healthier and more active lives. No matter where you live, if you… Continue Reading
FAST & Active Sprinting is taking off Canberra Sprint Coach, June 2, 2024August 29, 2024 On the rolling hills of Stromlo Forest Park, the squad of FAST Running have discovered this weekend that sprinting is really taking off. Aided by a monstrous cross wind, Sunday’s session with the parachutes had the athletes fighting the breeze as they took off down the straight. The wind also… Continue Reading
FAST & Active Fierce, fun and FAST Canberra Sprint Coach, June 2, 2024August 29, 2024 Training as a member of FAST Females is all about being fierce, fun and FAST. The holistic program provides individualisation through tailored programs for all ages and backgrounds, providing balance and support to members, teaching techniques to run better and avoid injuries, demonstrating the benefits of active recovery and rest,… Continue Reading
News Sprinting in the Capital Canberra Running Coach, May 30, 2024August 29, 2024 Over the last week, FAST Running has hit Australia’s fastest track for training, done a soft sand session, worked hard in the gym, and capped the weekend off with some hill sprints. Training is varied over winter which makes for more enjoyable sessions and the chance to work on other… Continue Reading