Resisted starts

Resisted speed exercises help to recruit more muscle fibres and promote greater neural activation during a speed performance, which is then transferred to the non-weight-resisted sprinting. Correct exercise protocol is important in order to not disrupt running mechanics negatively. For more information and details about this exercise and its application refer to: Uzunov V. (2009). Sprint training for vault: Off-season training program for 7-12yr old gymnasts.Gym Coach, 3:8-20, Nov. Disclaimer
The gymnast/s in this video have aimed to perform the example exercise to the best of their ability at the time, however its is acknowledged that this exercises may not be technicaly flawless and thus viewers should refer to the article cited above for a correct technical description as well.

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