For athletes who are looking to score at conference meets and invitationals. This is a developmental plan intended for athletes with at least one track season of competition of experience. I believe in a low-mileage philosophy that develops speed through neurophysiological cues implemented by regular strides. The intention is to give an athlete a step up in training while not overdoing it, essentially transitioning from a beginner to an intermediate. The athlete will only need daily trainers. Flats and spikes can be used if desired.
Hammer & Axe Training was born out of a vision shared by a handful of elite distance runners. We found in our training that we ran our best when we committed to training our speed and strength equally. A focus on strength made us durable, strong, and prepared for the adversity that racing brings. A focus on speed made us confident, efficient, and ready to move when the right moment arrived. We wanted to bring this feeling of speed and strength to as many runners as possible.