3 Key Advantages of Using Training Builder for Soccer Preseason
Preseason is a critical time in soccer where coaches face the challenge of meeting the diverse needs of their players. Utilizing tools like Training Builder can streamline the creation of customized training protocols, helping coaches effectively manage strength training for a large squad.
Running for Well-being: Transform Your Life with This Powerful Habit
Walking is a simple and accessible exercise that benefits cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and mental well-being. Transitioning from walking to running can further enhance fitness. Beginners should start slowly, combining walking and light jogging, and gradually increase intensity. Proper footwear and running technique are crucial to prevent injuries. Consistent running offers significant physical and mental health benefits, including stress management and improved mood. Patience, realistic goals, and proper warm-up and cool-down routines are essential for a successful and enjoyable running journey.
External Load Manual: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction The football of 2030 would not be the same as the football of 2020. In recent years, the game has changed. The number and intensity of football actions have evolved. Modern teams tend to execute more counterattacks and experience greater exposure to intense, short accelerations and decelerations, interspersed with high-intensity movements. However, alongside these […]
Data Science in Sport
Moneyball and Data Science in Sport In 2011, the movie Moneyball came out. It was the first time when the term data science entered into the public’s consciousness. At the time Billy Beane was the general manager of the Oakland Athletics. Through the use of sabermetrics, the empirical analysis of baseball statistics he was able […]
Intro to Monitoring
Why track load? Given the relationship among athlete workloads, injury and performance athlete monitoring has become critical in the high-performance sporting environment(1). Gabbett TJ, et al. Br J Sports Med Month 2017 Vol 0 No 0 Load monitoring is the process of tracking and analyzing the physical demands placed on an athlete or team during […]
Strength and Conditioning – What It Takes to Be One
What is strength and conditioning and what do strength and conditioning coaches do? We have been called many names through our development and through the rise in the sports industry. Personal trainer, physical coach, fitness coach, performance coach and many other names, but basically the title that brings it all together and the one that […]
Critical Approach to Screening, a Good Starting Point in the Mindset of Assessing Your Athletes
A year ago, I started studying at a Football Science institute, a masters in football injury reconditioning coach. In one module, professor Jo Clubb began to explain the importance of assessments and what we need to take into account when choosing a test and what are the arguments for and against using screening protocols. I […]
Building a High-Performance Environment in Football – The Example of Croatian Football Clubs
Introduction High-performance coaching is a methodology aimed at helping football players and teams achieve optimal performance levels by focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as physical, technical, tactical, and mental aspects of the game. This approach goes beyond just practicing and playing, as it involves identifying weaknesses and areas of improvement, creating customized training […]
Internal Load Management – Ultrax Module
A practical guide for internal load management and injury prevention solution in sport explained through the functionalities of the Ultrax app Introduction The football of 2030 will not be the same as the football of 2020. In recent years, the game has changed. The number and the intensity of football actions have evolved. We can […]
In Season Planning in Football: Training Day Construction
Introduction This text will be used to illustrate the structure of a training day in football. Recently it has become quite popular to use scientific terms and support every work with scientific evidence, but in the world of football, some things have not yet been tested or are simply not that easy to confirm. If […]
