Soccer Resistance Training
Resistance-training programs that are sport-specific differ from body-building workouts in that they are concerned with improving the playing ability of someone, rather than just building larger muscles.
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Identification
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Soccer resistance programs are designed to strengthen the body in a way that will be beneficial for playing soccer.
Significance
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Many workout programs will not be beneficial to playing soccer because large bulky muscles in both the upper and lower body will slow a player down and hinder flexibility.
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Traditional weight training
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Soccer resistance training that uses weights should be about building muscular endurance and stamina through using lighter weights at high repetitions. Certain exercises that are effective for soccer are the leg press and leg extensions.
Band resistance
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Another form of soccer resistance training is running with either a power harness or a parachute. These exercises help build speed and explosiveness while allowing a player to maintain his natural running form.
Expert Insight
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Soccer players should vary their training to ensure that muscles do not become too accustomed to workouts. Repeating the same workout will stall progress.
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