The distance of the center of mass in relation to the takeoff foot when it leaves the ground is known as the takeoff distance. The larger this distance is, the greater the step length will be, resulting in increased takeoff velocity and a faster sprint (assuming that the frequency of each step is maintained) (10). The takeoff distance of the first foot take off is clearly larger for the participants using the FSP and PC strategies than the FMS. In both thepivoting strategies, the participants begin with a wider stance, which allows for a greater takeoff distance once the pivot has been completed.