Soccer training programmes

Success on the soccer field demands a high degree of fitness, technical skills and tactical ability from players. The challenge for coaches is to devise training programs which meet these requirements while remaining safe, interesting and fun. This is particularly true in amateur soccer where facilities and equipment are often less than ideal and there are special motivational considerations. Soccer Training Programs contains a collection of 96 detailed plans designed to be used by amateur coaches. Each program is based on knowledge and techniques developed in professional soccer and other sports which have been adapted to the specific conditions and needs of the amateur game. In clear and concise chapters Soccer Training Programs also provides an overview of the key aspects of a coach s work, including physical training, skill development, tactics and psychological preparation. Other features of the book include a valuable discussion of periodisation for soccer, a special section on supplementary indoor training activities and an appendix of stretching exercises. This book is endorsed by the NSCAA . - Strength Training (Muscle Training) pg 20......Page 1 Half Title......Page 2 Title Page......Page 4 Copyright......Page 5 Contents......Page 6 Foreword pg 7......Page 8 1 Introduction pg 9......Page 10 The Significance of Fitness pg 11......Page 12 Definitions pg 12......Page 13 3 Psychological Aspects (Mental Behavior) pg 15......Page 16 4 Training Principles Peculiar to Soccer pg 17......Page 18 Training Forms pg 19......Page 20 - Speed Training pg 21......Page 22 - Endurance Training pg 22......Page 23 Training Methods for Endurance pg 23......Page 24 5 Techniques and Tactics in Amateur Soccer pg 25......Page 26 6 Training Periods and Planning pg 28......Page 29 8 Performance Measurement pg 32......Page 33 9 Explanation of Symbols pg 34......Page 35 10 Training Programs pg 35......Page 36 11 Training in Halls and Fitness Studios pg 192......Page 193 Circuit Program Tailored to Soccer pg 193......Page 194 Training in the Fitness Studio pg 194......Page 195 12 Appendix - Stretching pg 203......Page 204 Photo & Illustration Credits pg 213......Page 214 Containing 96 training programmes, this book emphasises training techniques, tactics and fitness. An appendix is included which provides a small selection of streching exercises for warming up and cooling down