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How Can I Improve On My Own?

by Coach James

I played my first soccer season this year, and I am in the 9th grade.

I want to do better. Continue Reading

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Training for Speed, Agility, & Quickness

by Coach James

Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is by far my favorite SAQ (Speed, Agility, and Quickness) resource anywhere. Continue Reading

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Core Strength in Soccer

by Coach James

What is my “core”, why is it important in soccer, and what are some exercises I can do for it?   Continue Reading

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Shuttle Runs

by Coach James

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. Continue Reading

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Side Lunges

by Coach James

As we previously explained, walking lunges are a great exercise that incorporates both dynamic stretching and strength training into one. Continue Reading

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5 Keys To Improved Speed

by Coach James

There is an old adage that “speed kills”.

No doubt every soccer coach would benefit from faster players, but how can something like speed that is widely considered a natural gift be coached? Continue Reading

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Home Exercises To Improve Speed

by Coach James

What are some exercises I can do at home to help improve my speed? Continue Reading

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Will Wearing Ankle Weights Help Me Improve My Speed?

by Coach James

Will wearing ankle weights help me improve my speed? Continue Reading

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4 Types of Soccer Speed

by Coach James

When we think of soccer speed, we most often think of running speed. However, soccer speed can actually refer to many things. Continue Reading

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The 4 Priorities For Conditioning

by Coach James

First, it is important to separate the ideas of “endurance training” and “conditioning“.

Endurance is very important in soccer, but it is just one aspect of successful soccer conditioning. Continue Reading

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