Editorial Review:

This 2nd Edition of the popular book, Speed Improvement for Young Athletes: How to Sprint Faster in Your Sport in 30 Workouts, includes practical training programs for age group athletes 9-19 in football, basketball, baseball and softball, soccer, lacrosse, rugby, field hockey, and tennis that will improve speed in short sprints after only 30 workouts. This down to earth book allows athletes, parents and coaches to take a "just do it" approach by quickly identifying individual weakness areas that are limiting speed and turning those areas into strengths. A more complete testing battery can still be done in one session. Chapters have been updated based on new research findings, 17 illustrations have been added, and a complete bibliography is provided to allow more in depth study. The playing speed of team sport athletes is sure to improve after following this program, developed by one of the world's leading authorities.

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

A good place to start:

The good thing about this book is that it lays out a very rational plan for speed improvement with pre-testing and needs evaluation. The organization of the workouts is a little complicated, though, leaving the reader to constantly refer to separate tables in different parts of the book. Some of the form exercises are pretty dated as well.

Lots of great information but not quite complete.:

I purchased this book to brush up on speed training and the latest techniques so I could train my son and some soccer teamates. I have done speed training myself years ago and was familiar with the methods. This book cuts out the fluff and tells you exactly what to do and why. The author does a good job of explaining how to apply the training to younger athletes and at what age each technique is appropriate. The step by step training course outlined is terrific. My only complaint is that not enough emphasis... more info

From a parent and age group coach:

Eleven of my age group soccer kids completed the 30 workouts in this book in ten weeks. After seeing the improvement in acceleration and speed, the other 8 team members and their parents are sorry they didn't join in. The 30 workouts alone are worth the price of the book. You don't need a sports science background. If you are looking for a "just do-it" approach that improves speed in short sprints, this book is for you. The book cuts to the chase. There is no need to dig out anything. Everything that is... more info

Univ Prof., Track Coach, Author, Former NFL Speed Consultant:

March 3, 2004
Reviewer: George R. Colfer, PhD.
After reading two mixed reviews from 2002 and 2004, I decided to read and review this book. Considering who the book was written for (i.e., young athletes), I would recommend it as a Resource and Guide for Speed Improvement. No book is ever perfect for all audiences regardless of size, length or type. When I see a title for "young athletes," I usually hold my breath as most imitate what works only for highly skilled athletes. The first thing I liked... more info

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