
1. Decide on two points/objects to run to â one further away than the other. 2. From the set starting point, sprint as fast as possible to the closer point/object and back to the starting point. 3. Then sprint to the farther spot/object and back. 4. Repeat for a set amount of runs to-and-from, or for a set amount of time (30 secs).
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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