How Do You Use Deep-Water Running To Train Youth Soccer Players?
Water workouts are a great addition to a youth soccer program. Besides being fun for the kids, pool work provides superior conditioning for advanced players. Water running is also good for both prevention of and rehabilitation from injury. Buy a flotation device. A belt is the most helpful, and can be purchased through swimming-gear distributors or in specialty or sporting-goods stores. Start by standing in shallow water and swinging your arms in a running motion. High-step with your feet, moving your way down to deeper water until your feet can no longer touch the bottom. Start by running for 5 minutes. Water running is very tiring, so take it easy in increasing your time. Experienced athletes can eventually go up to 45 minutes. Add variety, such as intervals (quicker-paced segments interspersed with your normal running). Remember to warm up first with slower running. Try leg scissors. Put your back against the pool wall and extend your arms to hold onto the sides. Move your legs out
