Introduction
Most athletes believe that getting faster requires months of training—and often losing weight.
👉 This case study shows something very different.
👉 Three football players improved their 40-yard dash times in just 14 days…
👉 even while gaining weight.
🧠 The Setup
David Crichton, a semi-professional football player in Seattle, tested a speed training approach with two teammates.
👉 All three athletes:
- trained together
- recorded before and after times
- followed the same system
⚡ The Results
Here are the results after 14 days:
David (6’3”, Defensive End/Tackle)
- Before: 5.6 (272 lbs)
- After: 5.16 (287 lbs)
John (6’3”)
- Before: 5.6 (226 lbs)
- After: 5.13 (237 lbs)
Taurus (6’6”)
- Before: 5.8 (310 lbs)
- After: 5.26 (310 lbs)
👉 Despite gaining weight…
👉 All three athletes got significantly faster
🚀 Continued Improvement
David continued using the program after the initial 14 days.
👉 His results improved even further:
👉 5.16 → 4.83 at 294 lbs
👉 This is a massive improvement for an athlete at that size.
🧩 What This Proves
This case study highlights several important points:
👉 Speed is not just about body weight
👉 Speed is not just about strength
👉 It’s about:
- coordination
- muscle activation
- movement efficiency
👉 When these improve:
👉 speed improves—even under conditions where you wouldn’t expect it.
🧠 A Key Observation
All three athletes:
- trained consistently
- used short, focused sessions
- continued normal football training
👉 This shows that speed improvement:
👉 Can happen without overhauling your entire program
🏁 Conclusion
David Crichton’s experience shows that speed gains are not limited to elite athletes.
👉 Real athletes, in real conditions…
👉 can achieve measurable results quickly.
👉 When training focuses on how the body moves—not just how hard it works—
👉 speed improves.
❓ FAQ
Can heavier athletes improve their 40-yard dash time?
Yes, this case study shows that athletes can get faster even while gaining weight.
How fast can you improve your speed?
With the right training approach, measurable improvements can happen in a short period of time.
Do you need to change your entire workout program?
No, these athletes improved speed while continuing their normal training routines.
What made the biggest difference?
Improving coordination, movement efficiency, and muscle activation—not just strength.
