track to turf

Developing Game-Changing Speed and Strength.

Coach Blake “Hollywood”

Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina

In person and virtual sessions available

Train for Speed.

Build for Performance.

Compete with Confidence.

At Track to Turf, we help athletes sharpen their skills, improve performance, and train with purpose. From position-specific development to explosive speed and strength work, our training is built to prepare athletes for real competition.

Whether you are getting ready for the season, camp, combines, or simply want to elevate your game, we provide focused coaching that helps you move better, react faster, and perform at a higher level.

Serving the Greater Charlotte area

Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville & Denver

Track to Turf

A young male athlete running on a red track with green field and trees in the background during daytime.

At Track to Turf, training isn’t random — it’s intentional, progressive, and backed by performance science.

True athletic development goes beyond just working hard. It requires the right combination of biomechanics, strength development, nervous system training, and recovery to see real, lasting results.

My programs are built around how the body actually improves performance:

  • Speed development is trained through proper sprint mechanics, force production, and stride efficiency — not just running drills

  • Strength and power are developed using progressive overload and Olympic lifting to improve explosiveness and reaction time

  • Agility and change of direction are trained through neuromuscular coordination, helping athletes react faster and move more efficiently

  • Injury prevention is built into every session through proper movement patterns, stability work, and corrective exercises

When athletes train with expert coaching, they’re not just getting reps — they’re getting feedback, correction, and progression, which is what actually drives improvement.

The Science Behind Performance

Performance training is about more than effort — it’s about how the body adapts.

  • The nervous system controls speed and reaction time — trained through explosive drills and high-quality reps

  • Muscle fibers (fast-twitch fibers) are developed through sprinting, jumping, and Olympic lifting

  • Force production (how much power you put into the ground) directly impacts acceleration and top-end speed

  • Movement efficiency reduces wasted energy, helping athletes perform longer and more effectively

Without proper coaching, athletes often plateau because they’re missing these key components.

“Anyone can train hard. Few train right.”


I make sure you do both.

A young man dressed in athletic clothing standing outdoors on a sports field, wearing a hoodie, gloves, and a bandana around his face.

Why It Matters

Training with Track To Turf expert means:

  • Faster results with less wasted time

  • Reduced risk of injury

  • Better movement, not just harder effort

  • A clear progression plan instead of guessing

At Track to Turf, every session has a purpose — helping athletes move better, get stronger, and perform at a higher level when it matters most.

A male athlete in a gray t-shirt and blue shorts sprinting on a track, raising his left hand near his face, with a green field, track lighting poles, and a blue sky with clouds in the background.
A male athlete in blue shorts and white sneakers sprinting on an outdoor track at Davidson College, with empty bleachers and a building in the background.
Young male athlete practicing hurdle running on a track, mid-air over a hurdle, wearing athletic shorts and sneakers.