Specific sprint training adaptations

Question 1

Who did Rumpf et al., (2014) find had the greatest training effects when comparing combined and specific training groups?

Answer 1

The greated training effects were found in the combined training groups but this was only a Short term training studies (6-8 weeks)

Question 2

What did Makarur et al., (2013) find in terms of stride adaptations when comparing a resistance, standard and control resistance training groups?

Answer 2

Resistance training group

• Increased contact times
• Greater stride length improvments

Standard training group

• Decreased contact times
• Greater stride frequency improvments