I'm a sprinter... and i was wondering which part of my body should i work out?

Question

I'm a sprinter... and i was wondering which part of my body should i work out?

(quads? Biceps? Abs?) Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

As a former high school track athlete and avid runner, I can tell you that there are a few different muscles that you need to work on. In your legs you need to work your quads , calves, and hamstrings. If you are doing your workout in the gym, I would suggest that you stay away from squats. They may do you more harm than good. Do the seated leg press, hamstring curl, and the toe raise. These are three very good exercises for your legs. Build your abs. Work on the gluts and the lower back. The shoulders are important also.

http://www.exrx.net/Lists/ExList/ThighWt.html

http://exercise.about.com/od/abs/ss/abexercises.htm

http://exercise.about.com/cs/exerciseworkouts/tp/butt.htm

http://www.ehow.com/how_5761_total-body-workout.html

http://www.webmd.com/video/gym-smarts-hamstring-curls

http://www.ucp.org/ucp_channeldoc.cfm/1/15/11500/11500-11500/3188

DON'T FORGET PROPER DIET IS ALSO VERY IMPORTANT...http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/sportsnutrition/Sports_Nutrition.htm

Answer 2

Really focus on your core strength. It sounds strange, but your foot speed will increase if your abs, obliques, and back muscles are very strong.

Answer 3

alright you should do lots of leg stretching and muscle building workouts WORK ON YOUR BREATHING AND HEART (cardio)
AND WORK ON YOUR FOOT WORK like increasing your stride a little bit(stretching workout) thatll help and use a good pair of spikes to

Answer 4

You should be working all muscle groups.... I can't think of any that you don't use during a sprint. Good luck

Answer 5

You should work all of your leg muscles.

Answer 6

probably your arms jk......ummm do squats it helps lots of your leg muscles

Answer 7

Your spleen