SCIENTIFIC AND METHODOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS FOR IMPROVING THE START REACTION AND INITIAL ACCELERATION INDICATORS IN SHORT-DISTANCE RUNNERS
Keywords:
Short-distance running, start reaction, initial acceleration, neuromuscular preparation, electromyography, biomechanics, sprint, reactive strength, muscle activation, athletic training.Abstract
This article examines the scientific and methodological foundations for improving start reaction and initial acceleration in short-distance runners. The study involved 32 sprinters aged 18–24 specializing in the 60 m and 100 m events. Using electromyography (EMG), three-dimensional video analysis, and electronic sensor systems, key biomechanical and neurophysiological parameters of the start were evaluated. The results showed that a neuromuscular integration–based training program improved start reaction time by 18.3% and 10 m acceleration performance by 12.7%. The findings demonstrate the effectiveness of targeted neuromuscular training for enhancing sprint start efficiency and can be applied in the preparation of competitive sprinters.





