Minimal ankle extension at push-off
Triple extension is incomplete; horizontal power output is reduced.
Overactive muscles
SoleusGastrocnemius
Corrective work
Foam RollCalves↗StretchWall calf stretch↗Plyo · Full Body
Sprint Bound
Coaching cues
- Sprint and exaggerate every stride — maximal push-off each step
- Drive the knee high; extend the push-off ankle fully
- Arms drive powerfully in opposition
- Cover as much ground as possible per stride
Common faults 2
Landing knee collapses
Valgus under the single-leg bounding load.
Overactive muscles
Adductor complexTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollAdductors↗Foam RollTFL↗StretchButterfly adductor stretch↗