The First 5 Metres Decide
Up to 70% of the eventual top speed an athlete reaches is generated within the first 5 m – through technique, body angle, arm action & force application.
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Sprints decide matches today. Players who get off the mark faster, accelerate better, and run more efficiently reach the ball sooner, create more scoring chances, and make counter-attacks and counter-pressing far more effective.
Faster initial bursts mean players can execute more actions per match and are present at the decisive moment more often.
Runs in behind only become dangerous when the initial burst is fast enough to get past the defender.
Players who recover faster after losing the ball prevent more dangerous shots before they happen.
Up to 70% of the eventual top speed an athlete reaches is generated within the first 5 m – through technique, body angle, arm action & force application.
Tap a distance to compare phases
Baseline video analysis: hip drive, force vectors, running economy.
0–15 m: starting position, projection, foot strike, arm drive.
15–50 m: stride frequency × stride length, hip mechanics, relaxation/tension.
Game-realistic sprints: pressing triggers, runs in behind, defensive transitions.
Technique as an injury-prevention factor + mobility & sport-specific dynamic stretching.
Our approach wins on all 6 criteria: individual, game-realistic, measurable.
Active sprinters with international medal-winning success (European Championships). We coach teams as equals and pass on sprint-specific expertise – efficiently, respectfully, and with a clear focus on results.