Just Fly Performance Podcast
Just Fly Performance Podcast
Joel Smith, Just-Fly-Sports.com
528: Dan Back on The Natural Foundations of Speed and Athleticism
1 hour 18 minutes Posted Aug 13, 2026 at 11:51 am.
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In this episode, Daniel Back gets into the role of variety, play, and subconscious learning in developing speed and athleticism.

He discusses resisted sprinting, why he avoids over-coaching acceleration mechanics, lessons from the dunk community, and the value of broad movement experience.

Dan also explores extensive tempo, longer sprints, training volume, and why specialization and constant measurement can sometimes limit long-term athletic development.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength and the Vert Trainer