Vol. 8, Issue 1, Part A (2026)

The purpose of the current study is to establish the impact of a temporary neural stimulation program (Neural Priming) on the enhancement of certain motor performance indicators in sprint runners in Kirkuk in terms of reaction time, block clearance, and early acceleration (0-10 m). The method the researcher used is a quasi-experimental design with two-group design (experimental and control) and pre- and post-tests.
The sample of the research entailed short distance runners (100 meters and 200 meters) in Kirkuk. The experimental group was subjected to a training program which was founded on short-term neural activation strategies, whereas the control group proceeded with its usual training program. Reaction time measurements were done using precise electronic timing instruments, block clearance time measurements were done using starting block devices and photocell gates were used to measure early acceleration over a (0-10 m) distance.
The findings indicated that there were statistically different values in the favor of experimental group in all the studied variables, which has proven the effectiveness of the short-term neural activation program in building neuromuscular capacities and enhancing sprint performance. The researcher suggests that Neural Priming training should be incorporated into the current training in athletics of short-distance runners.