Strength Training for Soccer

Strength Training for Soccer is a comprehensive guide that provides soccer-specific resistance training programs to help athletes optimize their strength and power on the field. It is backed by the NSCA and includes 10 detailed protocols, 6 total body resistance exercises, 11 lower body exercises, 18 upper body exercises, 22 anatomical core exercises, and 27 sample programs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 08 July 2022
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers

Tailoring strength and conditioning programs for soccer demands a deep understanding of the game's unique demands. Preparing players to accelerate, decelerate, change direction, and turn and jump can be a challenging task. Developed with the expertise of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Strength Training for Soccer provides a comprehensive guide to resistance training for soccer players. This book, backed by practical experience, evidence-based training methodologies, and research, offers a general overarching biomechanical analysis of soccer and specific analysis of the physical demands of each position: goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards.

Using these analyses, you can design an effective training program that translates to performance on the field. The book also offers a wealth of valuable resources, including:

10 detailed protocols to test soccer players' strength, power, speed, agility, and high-intensity aerobic endurance capacity.
6 total body resistance exercises with 4 variations.
11 lower body exercises with 23 variations.
18 upper body exercises with 44 variations.
22 anatomical core exercises with 32 variations.
27 sample programs for off-season, preseason, in-season, and postseason resistance training.

Each resistance training exercise is accompanied by a series of photos and a detailed list of primary muscles trained, beginning position and movement phases, breathing guidelines, modifications and variations, and coaching tips. You'll also learn proper exercise technique and gain a deeper understanding of which muscles are involved in each exercise, allowing you to develop a complete and targeted resistance training program.

Strength Training for Soccer is endorsed by the NSCA and the knowledge and experience of individuals who have years of experience as strength and conditioning professionals for soccer. Whether you're a coach, trainer, or player, this book is a valuable resource for improving your strength, power, speed, agility, and overall performance on the field.

Weight: 590g
ISBN-13: 9781492598343