Strength is the name of the game. Having strength in your arsenal especially in the world of soccer has many benefits. Here a few right off the top of my head: 1. Body blocking. Great for defending the ball. 2. Mass. Makes it much harder to knock down. 3. Power. Whether striking the ball or saving it as a goal keeper, you’ll need strength to do it.
2023-03-24 22:24:28 +0000 UTC View PostThe pre season fit: Before school even started. The team was required to show up a month early to go through pre season trainings. These are the daily workouts we we’re required to attend for 5 days out of the week dressed in only black: 1. 6:30am runs with the team. Every Monday was a time trial for a 1, 2 or 3 mile run. 2. 2:00pm sweat session consisted of heavy agility and cone drills, If we were lucky, we got to break the balls out and do some cone work with the ball. 3. 6:00pm game night, we’d line the goals up on the field and do half field 6v6’s and switch out the teams after whoever scored 2 goals first. Would you enjoy it?
2023-03-23 22:30:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Consistency and purpose is the name of the game. It may seem like it takes I take a long time to get these drills done every day, but it honestly takes no longer than 30 minutes, and your body does the rest. Simply familiarize yourself with the ball and learn the basics: passing, dribbling and shooting is all you need to perfect. Happy hump day and get your passes in!
2023-03-23 00:21:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Y’all know the drill: We got some post workout agility drills to keep me on my toes, then afterwards will consist of a fat protein shake and steam shower. Remember, it’s the most rewarding to do agility practice after you’re tired from a workout, for it’ll feel like you’re at that 90th minute mark pushing everything you got. It’ll be hard, it’ll be tough, but the reward is worth it!
2023-03-21 21:26:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Terrain: One thing I’ve learned in my endeavors of college soccer is good terrain is not promised. Fields are never going to be the same, nor perfect. It’s a good habit to experience different fields especially if you played a lot on turf fields like I did. This way you’re accustomed to the field and can adjust your gameplay accordingly.
2023-03-20 20:40:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Sunday Fun Day! I like starting the week off with a bang, so some upper body it is. Top it off with some cardio and ball work and boom, you’re ready for the week!
2023-03-20 02:59:19 +0000 UTC View PostThe better you are with close quarter dribbling, the better off you’ll be in the attacking third. Once you’re able to dribble like a pro, it’ll be extremely hard for defenders to stop you, for their tackle will be just another cone for you to dribble around.
2023-03-18 19:02:09 +0000 UTC View Post
The stud’s ideal favorite day of the week: 1. Breakfast 2. Back and Bi’s 3. Cardio 4. Lunch 5. Juggling and footwork skills while sore from leg day 6. Sauna & steam room 7. Dinner 8. You 😘😝👀
2023-03-17 19:37:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Soccer players can be strong too! Hear me out. For as long as I’ve been playing. I’ve always been told I have a soccer player build (although I was 40lbs less). As soon as I put on a little bit of size, it’s like the whole world turned and now everyone says I look like a football player. Soccer players NEED strength. The amount of power behind my kicks, throw ins and even just sprint speed have all climbed as I’ve put on healthy weight. Not to mention my dribbling speed and skill moves have slightly improved. Now don’t get me wrong, you can definitely put weight on incorrectly. Diet is super important in doing this correctly. With the right diet and training, anything is possible.
2023-03-16 19:30:51 +0000 UTC View Post
The beauty of the sport is it can be enjoyed anywhere and anytime. It all depends on your mentality and what you want out of it. If you’re trying to simply increase your familiarity with the ball. The best thing you can do is keep it around you all the time.
2023-03-15 17:11:37 +0000 UTC View Post
The more I play, the more I find myself in a greater connection with my body. It’s almost like my mind to muscle connection is improving 👀. If there’s anything I’ve learned from being in sports, it’s the more you put in, the more you get out.
2023-03-14 02:04:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Your surroundings define you: I keep a soccer ball in my trunk at all times, and I have them all around my room. If you truly love something, you’ll incorporate it to your daily life.
2023-03-12 22:21:15 +0000 UTC View PostCalculated trainings: It’s important to make sure you’re getting game like reps at least once or twice a week. Doing personalized shooting, dribbling or juggling skills are great, but you can’t forget the big picture. Some games you only have a 1 or 2 chances to shoot, so it’s important to make the most out of them when you can.
2023-03-12 01:30:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Would you have me on your team? 👀😝 Although personal skill is so important in the game of soccer, the reality is the game is a team sport. You have to be willing to compromise with other players in order to be successful. Many teammates in the past have caused me trouble, but it’s vital to work out the differences so you can thrive together.
2023-03-10 16:25:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Back in my preseason college soccer days, we would wake up, train, eat, train, eat, train, sleep & repeat for weeks on end. After doing this for camp for 4 years, I almost became numb to the feeling of working out, and now it serves as my mediation. Whether it be a full on soccer game or just a gym session, the benefits to physical activity are endless.
2023-03-09 05:25:11 +0000 UTC View Post
No matter where find yourself. if you stay consistent with what you work for, your passion will turn from a dream to reality. I found myself in a completely new area this weekend, but it didn’t stop me from doing what I love.
2023-03-05 17:44:47 +0000 UTC View PostCasual Friday futsal! I love breaking the futsal ball out after the gym, it’s such a playful way to mess around dribbling. It’s great for practicing footwork and is fantastic for close quarters.
2023-03-04 04:37:40 +0000 UTC View PostCrushed a heavy leg day and got some juggling in afterwards to loosen the legs up. Doing this is such a great habit after a workout, because the hard part isn’t playing when you’re fresh, but when you’re exhausted.
2023-03-01 05:52:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Life is what you make it. If I want to be a body building soccer player. That’s exactly what I’m gonna do 😤💪🏼.
2023-02-27 22:12:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Throw back to Christmas Day. If only my college soccer association would allow my Santa suit as a uniform, it would have been over for the other team 😤😂
2023-02-26 04:21:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Consistency is the key to growth, even if you can’t do specifically what you want. Pushing your body through a quick workout, is way better than succumbing to muscle atrophy by not doing anything. Stay consistent!
2023-02-23 16:49:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Nothing like a sweaty sauna session after cardio. The benefits are endless and the feeling afterwards is priceless. I highly recommend a cardio and abs day topped off with a sauna or steam room for restarting your week. Now i can hit the pitch and feel light as a feather 🪶.
2023-02-20 16:51:11 +0000 UTC View Post
One of the most underrated workouts should be running in sand. By the time I finished my walk I couldn’t even stand. Highly recommend it for stamina/ calf work 💪🏼🥵.
2023-02-18 00:15:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Nutrition and mindset: Your body listens to your mind. If you can positively reinforce your mind with a healthy lifestyle + proper nourishment. You will unlock new aspects of yourself you never thought possible. Be consistent and intentional with what you do, and I promise you will see results.
2023-02-14 05:32:14 +0000 UTC View PostLeg day topped off with some abs and cardio is always a good match. This session is a great workout the day before a game, and here’s why: • I’ll be light on my toes for when I get to the pitch. • My core will be prepared for any shifts in direction. • My leg strength will not need a warmup, as I already have my leg strength activated, just some agility and mobility exercises is all that’s required. Train smarter not harder 😎
2023-02-12 02:24:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Healthy Habits: Make your hard work speak for itself. I’ve kept the same physique year round due to the consistency I put into a healthy diet and exercise. Once you’ve created the habit, it’s a piece of cake 🍰.
2023-02-09 22:29:11 +0000 UTC View Post
The beauty of stretching is it can be done anywhere and at anytime. Especially for your lower body, the benefits to even a quick stretch are endless. Whether it be to improve your daily activities or physical performance, it’s an important function that everyone needs to be doing. Try to accustom it to fit your daily schedule, it can’t hurt 😘.
2023-02-08 04:35:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Diversification: Switch it up! After a long time of keeping the same routine, your body becomes accustomed to what you put it through. Arnold Schwarzenegger said it best, you must shock the muscle to get it to grow. Doing the same thing over and over can only get you so far. Introduce new workouts and tests for yourself, and your body will have no choice but to adapt and grow!
2023-02-05 21:14:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Took time away from the field to get some steps in to break away from the normal mundane routine. Took a detour up in the sky momentarily and it was epic. This made me realize the importance of switching up ways of fitting in physical activity in fun new ways.
2023-02-03 03:07:02 +0000 UTC View Post