Note 11
A change in your routine can change what feels possible.
Lasting momentum begins with a small decision you can return to. This note is about making change feel more possible and less all-or-nothing.
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Why I changed my training
I wanted to get faster and increase my agility while running, so I adjusted my training and added shuttle runs to my routine.
What are shuttle runs?
Shuttle runs are drills designed to build speed and agility. They involve continuous running back and forth between two line markers at a set pace and can vary in intensity, duration, and distance. A shuttle run may be short and quick or slower and longer, depending on the goal.
Defining agility
Agility is the ability to move and change the direction and position of the body quickly and effectively while remaining under control. It depends on quick reflexes, coordination, balance, speed, and the correct response to changing situations.
Being agile means positioning your body to take the next action optimally, reading what’s happening around you and responding so you can maintain control.
Benefits of shuttle runs
Shuttle runs help develop acceleration, speed, and anaerobic fitness, which are important across many sports. They also contribute to improved balance and coordination, benefits that apply to everyone.
If you are looking to make a change in your training and need some help, LMK.
Veronica Lane, MHS, PT is a physical therapist and NASM-certified personal trainer specializing in pelvic floor therapy. She serves the St. Louis area.