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Even adults need to have fun while they’re training. Orlando City FC’s soccer volleyball challenge accomplishes that while still keeping the practice competitive and allowing players to practice their soccer skills.
Read More »Learn Brazilian Agility and Ball Control
This drill that I found while browsing YouTube is a good drill for agility, first touch receiving, and it looks to be very good for conditioning as well.
Read More »Making Use of Ankle Weights in Soccer
As a coach, I can see how a “smart” athlete might see the value in ankle weights. Among other things, they are small, inexpensive, easy to find, portable, and they’ve been around for years.
Read More »How You Can Eat Healthy During Thanksgiving
Planning your Thanksgiving menu? Here are some tips from Athletic Muscle Building on staying healthy during the feast.
Read More »Bob Bradley’s Off-Season Training Plan
If you want to impress your coach when team practices start up again in the fall, you’d better make good use of the summer.
Read More »What Are The Benefits of Jumping Rope For Soccer?
Why Should Soccer Players Jump Rope? Jumping rope improves balance, coordination, agility, and overall speed.
Read More »The Importance of Core Strength in Soccer
What is my “core”, why is it important in soccer, and what are some exercises I can do for it?
Read More »Shuttle Runs – Conditioning
Shuttle Runs are an excellent conditioning exercise. They are best when used for pre-season and off-season conditioning or if soccer skills are incorporated.
Read More »Side Lunges – Conditioning
As we previously explained, walking lunges are a great exercise that incorporates both dynamic stretching and strength training into one.
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