Nike 4-Week Pre-Season Strength & Speed Training for Track & Field Sprinters at Athletes Acceleration

SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY! REGISTRATION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE EARLY.

You can expect a high demand on these limited first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

Campers should expect to work hard at camp, but there will also be informative breakout sessions.

2024 SESSION INFORMATION

Clinic Details:

• Dates: Mondays October 28th - November 18th
• Ages: 12-18 (Middle School & High School)
• Gender: Co-ed
• Camp type: Clinic
• Schedule: 1x/week on Mondays from 6:00-7:00PM
• Check-in: 15 minutes prior to session start
  • Location: North Attleborough High School Track
• Meals: Campers should bring their own water/snacks

Why This Program is Perfect for You

In sprinting, every millisecond counts. Raw talent can only take you so far. to break through your current limits, you need a targeted, science-backed approach to training that builds both explosive speed and the strength to sustain it.

Our 5-week program combines the perfect blend of strength training, sprint-specific mechanics, and velocity training - focusing on the unique demands of sprinters. From mastering your acceleration to achieving optimal top speed and max velocity, this program will prepare you to crush the competition when the season starts.

What You’ll Get in Our 5-Week Program:

Acceleration Development

Master the critical first steps out of the blocks. We focus on building explosive strength in your lower body to improve your drive phase and boost your start.

• Key Focus: Short sprints, heavy lifts, and plyometric drills
• Results: Faster starts, better initial acceleration, and reduced reaction times

Top Speed Training

Once you’ve accelerated, it’s all about maintaining maximum velocity for as long as possible. These weeks are dedicated to sprint mechanics and technique work to perfect your form at high speeds.

• Key Focus: Speed endurance, upright running mechanics, and relaxation at top speed
• Results: Improved ability to hold speed over the duration of your race and prevent deceleration

Power Training

Sprint power is the key to both acceleration and maintaining speed. This week focuses on building power through resistance sprints, overspeed work, and specific strength movements that translate to the track.

• Key Focus: Power-building exercises and speed-strength integration
• Results: Increased max velocity and stronger drive phases

Running Mechanics

We finish with a full breakdown of your sprint mechanics to ensure all the pieces fit together seamlessly. You’ll undergo video analysis and targeted drills to fine-tune your technique so that every movement is efficient and powerful.

• Key Focus: Drills for stride length, foot placement, and posture
• Results: A fine-tuned sprinting form to extract every bit of speed from your body

Strength Training for Sprinters

In addition to speed training, we integrate a progressive strength-training program aimed at building the key muscles used in sprinting. These workouts will help you:

• Increase overall muscle power
• Develop core stability and explosiveness
• Enhance injury prevention by strengthening supporting muscles

Our compound lifts and speed-specific strength exercises ensure your power directly translates to faster times on the track.

Why Choose Our Pre-Season Training Program?

• Designed by sprint experts who know what it takes to win on the track
• Comprehensive training approach covering all aspects of speed development
• Progressive structure that builds on your strengths and improves your weaknesses
• Accountability and motivation with weekly check-ins, video feedback, and ongoing support

Who is This Program For?

• Track & field sprinters (100m, 200m, 400m)
• Athletes in other sports looking to improve speed and agility
• Anyone serious about improving their sprint performance – High School and Middle School

Start Strong. Finish Faster.

Don’t wait until the season starts to work on your speed. Build the foundation now and hit the track faster and stronger than ever before. This 5-week pre-season program is the key to unlocking your potential and taking your performance to new heights.

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist.

All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

Per Massachusetts Board of Health guidelines, all campers must meet the requirements outlined in the Massachusetts List of Required Vaccinations.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

• Ratio: 1:10 staff to athlete ratio
• Grouped by: age, ability and event
• Evaluation: by coaching staff
• Equipment Needed: Athletes should bring at least one pair of broken in running shoes. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified. Event shoes/spikes are optional.
• Facility: North Attleborough High School

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

ALL CAMPERS:

• 1 pair of broken-in running shoes
• Water bottle
• Packed snacks
• Sunscreen
• Gym bag/backpack

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

MEDICAL PROTOCOL

Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS

Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

• October Camps: final payment is due on September 1
• November Camps: final payment is due on October 1

Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

Your confirmation email shows your balance due and balance due date. Final payments can be made through the US Sports Camps Customer Portal or by phone at 1-800-645-3226.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE TRACK & FIELD CAMP FAQ

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