Science for Sport Podcast

171: Speed Kills, Multidirectional Speed Wins Games

Jul 10, 2023
Lee Taft, a highly respected athletic movement specialist, discusses the difference between multidirectional speed and sprint speed, the physiology of multidirectional speed, and how to improve it using a tier model. He emphasizes the importance of muscular and elastic actions for athletic performance, as well as the significance of deceleration properties and strength in quick stops and changes in direction. The podcast concludes with information about the Coach Academy and encouraging listeners to recommend the show.
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