Theory of Speed & Agility

Agility

change direction w/o loss of speed

• Process both internal and external information

MDS (Multidirectional Speed)

create speed in any direction

• Direct relationship between agility and timing,

rhythm and movement

Components of Agility

• Explosive start

• Decelerate

• Change of direction

• Accelerate

• While maintaining body control

• Minimizing loss of speed

• Coordinate several sport-specific tasks simultaneously

• Neuromuscular Adaptations

• Improve Athleticism

Program Design

• Needs of the Athlete

• Needs of the Sport

• Proper Organization

Components of Speed Program

• Stability, strength and power

• Muscle and joint elasticity

• Joint mobility and flexibility

• Movement technique

• Specialized drills

Front Side Mechanics

Everything that happens to bring the leg forward after contact with the ground

Back Side Mechanics

Maintain a neutral pelvis and spine

Pushing off the ground

▪ Triple extension

▪ Plantar flexion, knee and hip extension

Proper Mechanics

• Shoulders

• Elbows

• Hips

• Knees

• Ankle and Heel

• Body angle in relation to the ground

Transitional Postural Assessment

Single Leg Squat

• Purpose

• Procedure

• Compensations