Speed

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Speed is the ability to move the body quickly. It is not restricted to the act of running fast but is displayed in the wider context of fast body movements, such as in the quick actions required of the squash and table-tennis player. Speed helps in our daily lives by providing the ability to run up and down stairs, or to chase and catch a child to avoid potential danger.

Doing Sports Improves our Strength

It is possible to increase your running speed by a combination of training to improve technique, style and reaction time, together with strength training, aimed to give a greater power.