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Marco Airale | Sprint Mechanics, Intensive Tempo Training, and Warm Ups

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Marco Airale | Sprint Mechanics, Intensive Tempo Training, and Warm Ups

The Track and Field Performance Podcast›
Aug 6, 20251:12:00

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Episode Notes

 Marco Airale has been one of the fastest-rising elite sprint coaches of the past five years — and one of the youngest — guiding athletes like Reece Prescod, Andre De Grasse, Daryll Neita, and others to fast times and global medals. With a background in physiotherapy and osteopathy, Marco blends therapy and coaching to maximise performance and keep athletes healthy. 

In this conversation, we discuss:

  • Balancing step length and step frequency for each athlete
  • Using intensive tempo to build fitness and resilience
  • Managing training load and recovery across the season
  • The role of warm-ups in preparing sprinters for peak performance
  • Coaching sprinters, hurdlers, and relay squads at the elite level
  • Building and leading an international training group in Italy
  • Preparing athletes for multiple rounds at major championships

Follow Marco on Instagram: coach_air_

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