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What is the 0-step phase?
The 0-step phase refers to the very beginning of the sprinting pattern (right before or just as the athlete begins to accelerate). A strong starting stance sets the tone and influences how effectively the athlete transitions into their speed solutions. At The U of Strength, we apply a principle-based approach. Instead of coaching exact positions, we teach movement concepts and take into consideration individual constraints (structure, experience level, sporting background, compensation patterns, injury history & action capabilities). See below for the different concepts we highlight during the 0-step phase of the acceleration pattern:
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The distinction between speed and gamespeed development lies in their focus and how they are applied to athletic performance.
Speed development refers to improving an athlete’s ability to move as fast as possible in a preplanned direction. This includes acceleration, max velocity, and curved patterns. The requirements for speed development are solely on the physical system:
There’s minimal psychological variability because it’s performed in controlled settings, like running on a track or during isolated speed drills. On the other hand, gamespeed development is more complex and context dependent. It refers to the ability to apply speed effectively in a game or sport-specific context. It incorporates decision-making, adaptability, and responsiveness to sensory information. There’s an emphasis on perception-action coupling, decision-making, and adapting to opponents, teammates, or dynamic scenarios. The requirements for gamespeed are a combination of the physical and psychological systems:
Speed development is about maximizing raw athletic capabilities in controlled settings. Gamespeed development integrates physical, psychological, and environmental complexities of competition. Both have a place in the training process, but when the focus is on only getting faster the individual will have difficulty transferring these skills and qualities to sport. The one with high gamespeed might not necessarily be the fastest but excels in solving problems in the dynamic and chaotic environments. |
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*By accessing this website and/or purchasing or utilizing the articles, emails, programs, images, videos, services and/or products, you are agreeing to this disclaimer in its entirety. The content on this website and the educational products sold within are the intellectual property of The U of Strength, LLC and may not be replicated, reproduced, or sold without prior written consent from The U of Strength, LLC. Website, social media and product content provided is for informational purposes and meant to be utilized by athletes, sport coaches, and fitness professionals at their own discretion. It is not meant to substitute advice or guidance from qualified medical experts, and misuse of the information can result in serious injury. Any fitness program should be administered under the discretion of qualified professionals who take into account individual differences in health and ability. While our programs have found success with the athletes who train at our facility, individual results vary and we do not guarantee any specific results. The U of Strength, LLC assumes no liability from the misuse of the content provided or products purchased. Users assume all risk when implementing our ideas in theirs or their clients’ real life training experiences.