Did Carbon Spikes Actually Make Usain Bolt Faster?

Everyone says carbon spikes changed sprinting forever but did they actually make Usain Bolt faster? Or were his world records already inevitable? In this video, I break down the real science behind carbon plate spikes, what the research actually says about ground contact time and energy return, and why most of what you've heard about this technology is either overblown or flat-out wrong. As a two-time Olympian and 400m hurdles coach, I've worn these spikes at the highest level. I'll tell you exactly what they change and what they don't. What we cover: → How carbon spikes actually work (the real mechanics) → What the research says about sprint performance gains → Why Bolt's records are more about him than his footwear → What this means for YOUR spike selection - Running shoes Whether you're a sprinter picking your first pair of spikes or a coach trying to cut through the marketing noise — this one's for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly sprint training, race breakdowns, and coaching content. 🔗 TRAIN WITH ME Online coaching: https://lyfestyleathletics.com/lyfestyle-sprint-landing.html#programs Toronto track club → lyfestyleathletics.com Channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cSab4WUZ_WjMz9b9f5ePA/join 📱 FOLLOW Instagram: @roxroycato TikTok: @lyfestyleathletics Toronto track club → lyfestyleathletics.com #SprintTraining #CarbonSpikes #UsainBolt #TrackAndField #SprintCoach