When Should Athletes Train for Speed? (ft. Coach Czar of Czar Athletics)
Description
Every athlete wants to get faster, but most are training for speed at the wrong time and the wrong way.
In this episode, Nick talks with Coach Czar (Frederick Alcazar), founder of Czar Athletics and Oklahoma’s first certified Universal Speed Rating Lab. Together, they break down what real long-term athlete development looks like, when to focus on speed, and how parents can support growth the right way, without burnout or injury.
What You’ll Learn:
When athletes should actually start speed training
Why early specialization hurts long-term athletic development
How to build strong, fast movers at every age
Why “general physical prep” matters more than drills
The minimum effective dose for in-season training
How nutrition ties into strength, speed, and recovery
How are you developing your speed right now?
Connect with Coach Czar:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/czar.athletics/
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/czarathletics
- TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@czarathletics
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