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Athletic work in 30-15 with the ball on 4 stations

In the form of 4 stations, this exercise is ideal for interval training (30-15) while including a fun element with the ball. Perfect for the start of the season or after the winter break.

On a large field, set up 4 stations in each corner of the field. Then ask your players to divide into 4 groups. The stations will consist of:

Station 1: poles (or constri-foot) to create a series of slaloms, with a supply of balls. Players must slalom between the poles.
Station 2: 5 to 6 hoops randomly placed on the ground with a supply of balls. Players must maneuver around the hoops.
Station 3: a few balls. Players must perform a series of passes using multiple balls simultaneously.
Station 4: only a supply of balls, with one ball per player. They must perform a series of juggles.

The exercise will proceed as follows:

Each group starts at a different station.
Each station lasts 30 seconds.
Along the length of the field, players move from one station to another in a 15-second fast run.
Across the width of the field, players move from one station to another in a 15-second active recovery.
You can complete 5 full rounds with 2 minutes of recovery between each round.

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Whether you are setting up a physical preparation program or using exercises throughout the season, the athletic/physical aspect is crucial in soccer.

Generally, we find that there are 4 main aspects in any good physical preparation program for soccer that will allow you to work on different physical concepts:

GPP: General physical preparation
SPP: Specific physical preparation
The MAS (Maximum Aerobic Speed)
The MAP (Maximum Aerobic Power)

There is a key element to keep in mind when talking about physical exercises in soccer: the closer you get to the start of the season, the more the volume should decrease and the intensity should increase gradually. If you apply this advice, it should allow you to gradually increase the load and avoid the most common injuries in soccer.

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