Rope skipping to become a better footballer
Rope skipping is not only beneficial for boxing, but for all sports as it helps to keep in shape, stay fit, improve your footwork, reaction time and speed. Excercises start at 4:17. 2 reps of 60 seconds – 30 seconds rest for each: 1. Run skip (4:17) 2. Footwork (4:57) Jumping jacks Jump alternating left…
How to use visualization to improve your game
When visualizing, you’re training your brain because you use the same parts of your brain as if you were doing the activities in reality. The best way to use visualization means imagining your performance on the pitch in as much detail as possible and from a first-person standpoint (i.e. through the eyes of the player)….
Small space ball control
ONE – 4 times (45 seconds in 1 direction – rest 30 seconds – 45 seconds in other direction) Right/left foot toe taps going forward Right/left foot roll to left/right Left/right foot toe taps going backward Left/right foot roll to right/left TWO – 4 times (execute 1 direction – rest 30 seconds – execute in…
About staying positive and keeping your focus on what you can control
How to become more mentally resilient: Focus on what you can control such as your first touch into space and your shot. Keep repeating and training what you want to be able to do in a match. Train to improve and increase your confidence. Practice positive self-talk, especially after making a mistake. Imagine pushing a…
Learning the neck stall
In short: Broad stance Hands to armpit Chest forward Head up Tense your neck Learn forward 90 degrees Perfect timing Eyes on the ball
Resistance band exercises
“To get the most out of them, plan for two resistance band sessions per week, resting at least 48 hours between sessions. Select six exercises from the Base Exercises section and two from the Soccer Simulation section for a total of 8 exercises. Perform 15 reps on each exercise for three sets, with a 30…
6 exercises to improve coordination
6 balance and coordination exercises: 1 leg squat reach: 0:14 – repeat 5x for each leg The lift off: 1:30 – repeat 5x for each leg One foot hop: 2:46 – 20 jumps for each leg One foot lateral hop: 5:23 – 20 jumps for each leg One foot square jump: 7:31 – 5 rounds…
5 single leg plyometric exercises
There exercises focuses on single leg plyometric exercises. As shooting and passing in football is executed on 1 leg, these exercises are supposed to help with the balance and stability on 1 leg for footballers. 1:37 Progressive skater jumps Great for lateral explosiveness. With 6 cones spread evenly. The biggest jump should be maximum effort….