Just how fast can you respond to a threat, anyways?
Elite sprinters
In Shelley Hill's insightful article, she sheds light on the rigorous training regimen of elite sprinters, who dedicate over 1,000 hours per year to perfecting their craft through a combination of track practice, plyometrics, and strength training. Delving deeper into self-defense tactics, Hill emphasizes the critical importance of reaction time and physical readiness in the face of potential threats, urging readers to consider their ability to swiftly assess and respond to danger, especially within the crucial 12-foot radius where split-second decisions can make all the difference.
Did you know?
Did you know that elite-level sprinters train about 20 hours per week? That means an average of more than 1,000 hours per year. In addition to practicing on the track to measure speed, they add in plyometrics and high-velocity strength training to increase their force production. Sprinters spend time developing…
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Credit: Shelley Hill, Co-Owner of https://www.thecompletecombatant.com/
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