Components of a Strength and Conditioning Program for Soccer Players
2010-07-01 12:43:54
Movement Skills and MechanicsSoccer is a multi directional Sport that involves quick change of direction, fast cuts, and movement transitioning. Teaching fundamental movement skills such as the open step (to change direction moving forward), the drop step (to initiate movement at an angle in the opposite direction) as well as proper arm movement will make a big difference in helping the athlete maneuver around the field, getting to balls faster, and taking away space from an opponent. Players should be taught how to dissipate ground reaction fo...Read more