Sprints into Squats

[Eric_B]

It probably depends on what distance you are training for. If it's 100m or less, then youll be working for less than 15 seconds and it will be all ATP-PCr. To me, it would make sense to train the squats in sets for that same length. This would probably mean heavy squats for about 4-6 reps, or lighter weight "speed squats" for about 10-12 reps.

Personally, I know lower-rep heavy squats have greatly improved my sprinting ability in distances of 100m or less. You could try throwing in box squats and too.

If you're looking to recover faster between sprints, then shorten the rest time between your squat sets. I guess I'm a little confused as to what you're trying to improve on with this.

[trainerty]

Even though I thrive to reach the physique of a 100m sprinter, I actually do not want to start an in season training regiment for 100m sprinter....not quite yet. I agree with your comments. I will have to post my goals and workout log (probably monday) to clear things up. Right now, I am coming out of a lactic tolerance/ AA (anatomical adaptation) period. Next week begins alactic (atp-cp) lactic/ maximal strength. In theory, I should have a better ability to utilize lactic acid during strength training and tolerate it better for the alactic speed training with short rest breaks.......we'll see

[Eric_B]

That sounds like a pretty interesting approach. I'd definitely like to see your workout log when you get a chance.

Good luck though... I think you're on the right track with your interval training to increase lactate threshold during higher intensity runs.