Does weighted lunges increase speed?

Question

Ive started adding weighted lunges to my sprint workout. i have a backpack filled with 10 kilograms i do 2 sets of about 20-30 reps every other day. along with sprints will this increase my speed.

Answer 1

Yes Ive done this and it made my 200 go from a 25.7 to a 23.5

Dont over use it though just about 5 times a week will do

Answer 2

yeah !

i tried it for american football and my 40 yard dash went from 6.0 to 5.5 !

try it !