how can i become a faster runner in short distance?

Question

i want to become a faster runner (track a field is coming up). can someone tell me what muscles you use when you sprint and also some exercises i can do to strengthen those muscles. thanks

Answer 1

Pyramids. Five 50s, four 100s, three 200s, two 300s, a 400, and then back down. Sprint them and walk back to the starting point and rest a little bit in between. And if you're hardcore, do it over again.

Answer 2

Running long distance can make your short distance actually much faster. As well as doing interval training (running a sprint as fast as you can, then walk, then do it again). Doing ab workouts and push ups will also help you become a better runner. Running involves your whole body! Not just your legs. Also make sure to practice your starts because those are key to having a good race. Make sure you have good running technique too. Relax your shoulders and arms and don't look at the ground when you run, keep your eyes on the finish line. Doing all of these things should increase your running skill! I hope this helps you win!

Answer 3

i dont know what muscles u use im guessing thighs and legs but if i was u id go too the closest big5 or anyother place and get some ankle weights and arm weights get like 50 pound ones that way if u use them all the time u get alllllot more faster when u take them off

Answer 4

when you sprint you use your fast twitch muscles. the name is fitting. you need to do exercises that put your muscles into an anerobic state, which means deplete them of oxygen. This means doing intervals (sprints) and weight lifting.

Answer 5

use ur calfs. just go up to a curb, stand on it with your heels off over the street and do 5 sets of 10 reps, just moving up and down. to make it harder, hold weights as you do it. and your could also lenthen your stride, that could help

Answer 6

Go to an evangelical gathering. Tell them that you are there to convert them to atheism. Be sure that you have your running shoes on.