Backside mechanics

THE FASTEST WAY TO IMPROVE YOUR SPRINTING MECHANICS

Nov 14, 2025

Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Track and field

100 meter dash, Backside mechanics, force production, Frontside mechanics, Ground contact time, Speed, Speed races, Sprint technique, Sprinting, Vertical force, Vertical force application

Hugo Noya Enríquez

If you want to run faster, you have to apply more force down to the ground. One of the best ways to maximize your force production is to develop great frontside mechanics. So what are frontside mechanics? How are they different from backside mechanics? Can you gain one and lose another? Which one do you want? What does that all…
HOW TO FIX ERRORS IN BLOCK STARTS, ACCELERATION AND MAX VELOCITY MECHANICS

Aug 3, 2025

Biomechanics, Track and field

Acceleration, Backside mechanics, Feed the Cats, Frontside mechanics, Ground contact time, Max velocity, Speed, Speed Training, Sprinting, Tony Holler

Hugo Noya Enríquez

Below, you´ll read an analysis by coach Tony Holler, author of the “Feed the Cats” program, on the mechanics of the acceleration and max velocity phases of a sprint. You’ll also learn about the most common mistakes people make and several exercises to help you overcome them.