Below are some really inspirational running documentaries that you should check out.
I am Bolt
You can see the trailer below.
Click here to buy the documentary on Amazon.
Michael Johnson: Survival of the Fastest
You can watch the documentary below
Inspiration
See how serious Usain Bolt is about developing core strength.
We’ve said in previous posts that it is important to develop your core strength so you can maximise your speed, power and explosiveness and minimise the risk of you obtaining an injury. In this post, we are sharing a video of Usain Bolt training which emphasises this.
Please see the video below.
Inspirational books for anyone that wants to run faster.
There is nothing better than seeing the story of someone’s progression. There are some books that share this insight and that are timeless. They will continue to inspire each generation time and time again.
We will continue to add to this list over time. Here are a few that you should definitely consider reading.
Slaying the Dragon – Michael Johnson.
The double Olympic medallist from 1996 shares his approach to success and overcoming failure in his athletics career. It shows his quest for developing speed, which allowed him to become the Olympic and World champions, as well as the record holder in both the 400m and 200m.
Click here to buy it on Amazon.
Faster than lightning – Usain Bolt
The man, the legend. If you want to get insight into the man who is the fastest man in history, then read his book.
The most inspirational races that will want to make you run faster!
There are moments where it seems that time stands still. And there are moments and experiences that can change the direction of your life.
The world of track and field has had many of those moments. So much so that it gives you goosebumps to just watch the videos of the athletes.
In the world of sports, speed, explosiveness and power are king. And you only need to look at exceptional performances of athletes to recognise that.
Here are some of the most inspirational videos that will want to make you run faster.
Usain Bolt
Sport – Track and field
Beijing Olympics – 2008
Usain was in his element at these Olympics. The speed and explosiveness was like nothing anyone else had ever seen on the track. The way he executed so much power and speed with ease. He was so far ahead of everyone that was world class. His speed changed the game. Watch the video below.
Want to watch the full replay of the 2008 Olympic games? Buy it on Amazon.
World Championships – 2009
It was at these championships where the world would see Usain break the world record. He would clock 9.58s in the 100m and 19.19s in the 200m. It was a feat that was so unfathomable and again, he was so far ahead of the other sprinters due to his speed, explosiveness and speed endurance.
Want to see Usain’s story? Buy I am Bolt on Amazon.