The beep test, also known as the shuttle run test or the Yo-Yo test, is a popular fitness test for football (soccer) players. The test measures an athlete’s aerobic capacity, endurance, and speed. The test involves running back and forth between two markers placed 20 meters apart, timed to a beep sound. The time between…
15 of the best plyobox exercises 0:34 Squat jump on, squat jump back off 0:53 Twisting box jumps. Jump in 90 degree angle on the box & step back off. 1:08 Depth jump to broad jump. Jump from the box, land and jump forward again. 1:33 Depth jump to high jump. Jump from the box,…
10 minutes of core strength exercises. Core stability training increases performance during gameplay and reduces the risk for injuries. Please note it’s important to include progressions in fitness training. Also checkout this article about Core Exercises Unique to Soccer by Human Kinetics.
Simple padwork might just be a great crosstraining for soccer players. Why? It’s a great cardio workout, it helps with injury prevention. You work on body strength and agility. Moreover, combat sports boost self-confidence and you develop a dose of healthy aggression. Boxing is even applied at the highest level of professional football, as you…
