If there’s one thing I’ve mastered over the years, it’s taking an average-speed athlete and turning them into a force to be reckoned with.
I’m not exaggerating.
A few years back, I worked with a baseball player who went from average speed to leading his league in stolen bases.
Then, I coached a football player who clocked the fastest in-game time in the NFL—yes, faster than Tyreek Hill.
And every month, I see athletes making HUGE gains in speed and quickness, whether they’re working with me in person or online.
What’s the secret?
It’s not just sprints. It’s not just speed drills.
It’s explosive power.
See, most athletes who want to get faster just add some sprints to their workouts or start doing speed mechanics drills.
That’s not bad—it can work.
But here’s the thing:
If you don’t have explosive power, it’s like putting a Prius engine in a Lamborghini. It might look good, but it’s not going anywhere fast.
If I had to choose between running mechanics and explosive power?
I’d pick explosive power every single time.
Why?
Because explosive power determines how much force you can produce and how well you can fight gravity.
That’s why plyometrics and strength training often have a bigger impact on speed than speed mechanics alone.
Now, don’t get me wrong—speed mechanics are still important.
But they’re the cherry on top, not the foundation.
If you’re serious about unlocking elite speed, you need a system that combines all of these elements:
Plyometrics to build explosive power
Strength training to develop force
Speed mechanics to refine your form
