How to train explosive power in running

Explosive power is very important for athletes, especially for sprinters, because if they can burst out in time during the competition, they are likely to get a very good ranking. However, explosive power is not so easy to obtain. So how should we train explosive power when running? Let’s take a look below.

If you want to train your running power, you can do weighted squats. The weight here means carrying a barbell. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart, toes pointed forward, and your torso straight without bending. Hold your chest and head high, and tuck your hips in. From the side, your torso should be a crescent shape that is slightly arched behind you.

There are a few things to keep in mind when doing this exercise:

①When squatting, the knee joint should be forward and not turned outward.

②When squatting, you should squat slowly at the beginning. When your thighs are level with the ground, stop controlling the speed of squatting and let your body fall naturally. Use your thigh joints and muscles to bounce your body quickly. At the moment of bouncing, your thighs should use force to push up the barbell. This is the key. If you don't feel the rapid bounce after squatting, the exercise is in vain.

You can also do the single-leg heel raise exercise. Find a step, stand on one foot, and only let the front of the foot stand on the edge of the step. Hold on to something with your hands to keep your balance, but don't use force. At this time, do the up and down movement of the heel of the single leg.

Now you understand how to train explosive power when running. Of course, this process requires us to persist. If you only persist for a few days, you will not see any results, and you should not exercise too much. It is also recommended that friends can combine some food in this process to replenish the energy missing in their bodies and achieve better results.