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Sprint Training Mistakes That Slow You Down

Sprinting punishes bad habits more than any other event. Here are the five mistakes that quietly cap your top speed.

April 25, 2026 · 5 min read
  • Too much volume, not enough rest. Sprint work needs 3–5 minutes between reps to keep quality.
  • Skipping the acceleration drills — wall drives, A-skips, push-up starts.
  • Always running 100% effort. 95% with perfect form > 100% with breakdown.
  • No real warmup. 15–20 minutes minimum before any speed work.
  • Ignoring the posterior chain. Glutes and hamstrings are the engine.
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