Speed training for veterans: how to combat the decline of speed and power

Speed training for veterans: how to combat the decline of speed and power: Drills, training methods and advice that will improve your sprinting irrespective of age:
Hill train to improve foot-strike, stride length and running technique

Two crucial factors affecting speed decline in the older sprinter are reduced stride length and an increase in the time the foot stays in contact with the ground. Hill sprints can off-set these negatives.

Here’s how: Let’s consider the action of the foot and ankle on foot strike and how this contributes to pushing the sprinter forward at maximum velocity. Running up a slight slope will emphasis a greater toe-up foot position (this is known as dorsiflexion) on foot strike.