Start your indoor season the right way. SpeedPro’s Wimbledon athletics coaching builds strong foundations for championship success.

Why Starting Indoor Training Early Sets You Up for Success

Story By Coach Bjorn Jansen

Athletes who want to make a breakthrough in athletics know that progress doesn’t happen by chance; it’s the product of preparation, consistency, planning and staying healthy.

One of the most effective ways to get ahead of the competition is to start indoor training early. At SpeedPro in Wimbledon, our coaching philosophy centres on using this phase to build the foundation for indoor and outdoor success.

Why Indoor Season Matters

Many athletes treat the indoor season as optional, but it’s a crucial stage in their development. The shorter tracks, tighter bends, and fast-paced race schedules demand sharper speed endurance, stronger focus, and greater control.

At SpeedPro, our coaching ensures every indoor season has purpose. Athletes learn not only how to train but also how to adapt their technique and mindset to thrive under the specific demands of indoor racing.

Coaching for Early Preparation

Starting indoor training early gives athletes and coaches the time to focus on what truly matters, quality and precision. Rather than chasing volume, the emphasis is on refining stride patterns, block starts, and bend running.

Our coaching integrates targeted drills and sessions that build efficiency and race rhythm. This early preparation phase ensures athletes arrive at competition confident, composed, and physically ready.

Indoor Season Builds Championship Habits

Championship success comes from more than physical ability; it’s through good habits. Consistent indoor season encourages athletes to master the details: posture, stride control, breathing, and pacing.

At SpeedPro, we coach athletes to approach every session with intent. The small details refined during indoor season become second nature in outdoor championships, where precision and control make the difference between a personal best and a missed opportunity.

Linking Indoor and Outdoor Performance

Training for indoors is not an isolated block; it’s the bridge between winter preparation and summer performance. Athletes who invest in this phase enter the outdoor season sharper and more race-ready.

Those who skip it often spend the early part of spring trying to regain rhythm and speed. Our SpeedPro coaching model connects these phases; the strength, speed, and composure developed indoors directly feed into outdoor championship performance.

Why Starting Early Sets You Apart

Starting indoor training early gives athletes time to prepare, adapt, and grow. Early commitment means more opportunity to refine technique, test strategies, and strengthen your race model and mindset before competition begins.

At SpeedPro, we emphasise that early work is not just about fitness. It’s about training smarter, not harder, and creating athletes who perform with confidence when it counts.

At the Finish Line

Early indoor training is not optional; it’s the key to a successful indoor season. It builds strength, discipline, and technical precision, the qualities that define championship athletes.

At SpeedPro in Wimbledon, our coaching ensures every athlete uses this phase to set the foundation for long-term success, turning training into performance when it matters most.


ATHLETICS WIMBLEDON

FREE TRIAL SESSIONS

Give your young athlete the chance to experience elite athletics coaching in Wimbledon with four free SpeedPro trial sessions.

Unlock Your Athlete’s Potential with Expert Coaching.

Give your athlete the chance to experience expert coaching in a supportive, high-performance environment. Join SpeedPro for four free trial sessions in Wimbledon and discover what they’re capable of.


Whether they sprint or run middle distance, we’ll help unlock their full potential.

4 fully coached track sessions with our expert team

Training tailored by age, ability, and event

Meet the group and experience our culture

No pressure — just a great opportunity to try it out

SpeedPro Athlete Holly Townsend: U17 400m and 800m Athlete


TRAIN SMARTER

Learn from the coaches. Receive expert training tips, methods, and insights every month.

By subscribing, I agree to receive marketing emails from SpeedPro.


Partnerships

Recognised Coaching

We’re proud to be affiliated with the governing bodies of the sport and work closely with Hercules Wimbledon AC to provide competitive opportunities for our athletes.

Get the Inside Track

Weekly insights from SpeedPro — training methods, athlete stories, and competition updates from Wimbledon’s performance group.

We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. For a complete overview of all GDPR related settings. see our privacy policy.