Functional Strength Training (1)

3 Circuiti Forza Funzionale
Prof.Simone Maggini
Date :11 November 2010
A Combination with Core exercises-Stability and Coordination drills
Equipments : Rebounder-Stability pads-Bosu balls-Hurdles

Core Training and Progressions

Core training and Progressions with Donna Hutchinson
Core exercises are most effective when they engage many muscles throughout the torso that cross several joints and work together to coordinate stability. Core muscles need to work as a unit, contract at the same time, across joints in order to stabilize the spine. Some of the best core exercises are simple bodyweight exercises, including the following. The Basic Core Exercises are : a.Front plank b.Side plank c.Back plank
I put here a Quick Core workout

Stability exercises with Swiss ball

Top ten Stability ball (Swiss ball) exercises by www.getfitsource.com
Α new method for improving Strength in soccer is to use the Swiss ball.Simoultaneously except the power you can improve your proprioception and to avoid muscle injuries.
Points that you can consider when regressing or progressing your exercise :
a.Change the base of support
b.Change the length of the lever
c.Increase range of motion
d.Change the speed of movement
e.Add resistance
f.Close the eyes