Making a skill straight from a pass is often a great way to beat an onrushing defender, because you use their momentum against them – and in today’s Unisport football skills tutorial, JayMike will share 5 skills that you can use to beat defenders straight from a pass. Turn toe flick (0:21): pass comes in…
How to do a kettlebell swing correctly Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, with the kettlebell on the ground in front of you. Hinge at your hips and slightly bend your knees to grab the kettlebell with both hands, keeping your back straight and your chest up. Lift the kettlebell off the ground…
Football is a physically demanding sport that requires a lot of energy, stamina, and strength. To perform at their best, football players need to fuel their bodies with the right foods at the right times. Here are some tips on what to eat pre-/mid-/post-game for football players: Pre-Game Nutrition: Eat a Balanced Meal Eat a…
Sequence #1 Start with your non-dominant foot on top of the ball and roll it back using your sole on the outside of the same leg Put your dominant foot on top of the ball and roll it back further until you trap it with your toe Roll it forward and hop over the ball…
Football IQ, or football intelligence, is the ability to read the game and make effective decisions on the pitch. It’s a crucial skill for any football player, regardless of their position or skill level. Fortunately, football IQ is a skill that can be developed and improved through practice and training. Here are some tips on…
Hitting a long ball in football involves striking the ball with your laces, sending it flying through the air to your intended target 30-60 yards away. The kick is typically aimed to be straight, high, and with power, while also generating a slight backspin for better accuracy. Here are the steps to hit a long…
Double Leg Bounds Tip: Arm sweep forward 5 sets of 4 jumps Plyometrics: Double Leg Bounding To perform Double Leg Bounds, start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart. Take a long jump forward, landing on both feet with your knees slightly bent. Immediately jump forward again with both feet, as far as…
0:41 Jumping Lunges (3-4 sets 5-8 reps) 1:28 Lateral Box Jump (3-4 sets 4-6 reps) 2:18 Skater Jumps (3-4 sets 10-12 reps) 3:05 Kneeling Box Jumps (4-6 sets 3-5 reps) 4:08 Cont. Broad Jumps (4-5 sets 4-6 reps)
Using a wall. 25-30 reps or 1 minute. V-shapes. Receive inside R/L, pass back diagonally R/L with the inside of the foot, repeat at other side of the cone. Triangles. First touch inside foot R/L to the other side of the cone. Pass back diagonally L/R. Do reps Clock-wise (CW), then reps Counter-clock-wise (CCW). Triangles…
A few pointers from 7MLC: You don’t want the ball to float in the air, as this gives your opponents more time to challenge your teammate’s first touch. Point the toes of your standing foot towards your target and hit the ball with your laces. Adding backspin (by chopping down) makes it easier for your…