Speed coach Derek Hansen, sports performance expert Les Spellmen, and athletic performance specialist Alex Natera share takeaways from the Sportsmith Speed Conference. Topics include plyometric training strategies, return-to-running post-hamstring strain, optimizing speed training in college football, force plate testing for professional athletes, and force production levels in tissue and tendon remodeling.

Sprint coach and running mechanics expert, Derek Hansen, discusses the rise of Achilles tendon injuries in athletes, the impact of health issues and workload balance, the role of proactive rest in athletic performance, the influence of field surfaces on injuries, and the biomechanics of Achilles tendon injuries in athletes.

Ryan Banta and Derek Hansen discuss the value of tempo sprint training for speed development and team sport preparation. They explore the benefits of tempo training in track and field and team sports, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing running and individualized training. They also discuss alternatives to tempo running, understanding individual athletes, and different styles of sprinting.