Exploring the Impact of Half-Squats on Sprint Acceleration Performance
- Dr. Tracy Clark
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
Repeated sprint acceleration is a critical skill in many sports, from soccer to basketball and track events. Athletes and coaches constantly seek ways to improve this ability, aiming for faster starts and sustained speed over multiple sprints. One promising method is post-activation potentiation (PAP), a phenomenon where muscle performance temporarily improves following a high-intensity contraction. This blog explores how performing one, two, or three half-squats affects repeated sprint acceleration, offering insights for athletes looking to boost their explosive power.
