The Game Speed Podcast Ep 131 Dario Saisan- Delayed Knee Extension in Max Speed Running, Sprinting and Lumbopelvic Control, Trunk Rotation During Acceleration
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Dec 9, 2024 Dario Saisan, a strength and conditioning expert with a focus on sprinting biomechanics, shares his insights on advanced sprinting techniques. He discusses the importance of delayed knee extension and femur rotation in enhancing athletic performance. Listeners learn about innovative drills for improving speed and the balance between traditional training and injury recovery. Saisan emphasizes personalized coaching and the nuances of movement coordination, offering strategies for refining technique to boost performance and prevent injuries.
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Femur Rotation Explained
- Femur rotation, coined by Adairian Barr, is simply femur extension in the hip socket.
- Elite athletes often have a more pronounced femur rotation, leading to a greater push-off.
Discovering Femur Rotation
- Dario Saisan noticed a difference in stride between himself and an elite athlete.
- Through experimentation, he increased his top speed by 3 km/h, attributing it to improved femur rotation.
Delayed Knee Extension Cue
- Keep your knee bent until your thigh is behind your body.
- This "delayed knee extension" allows for full hip extension and optimal force production.