Soccer Training Conditioning Tips

There are many ways that soccer training
and conditioning can be adapted together. In this article I have collected some of my personal conditioning methods for training. Let’s start…

Snow Running – This way of practicing is not an option if you live in a climate where snow is rarely seen. But for you that knows what snow is (here is Sweden it snows approximately about 4-5 months during the year) keep on reading. Running in snow is like carrying heavy weights on your legs. It’s also pretty boring but my own experience is that this type of training will increase your overall soccer fitness greatly.

Our coach used to force us to run for 60-70 yards in the snow while carrying each others on our back. I can tell you that after completing one of my coach’s special formed practices you would feel that nothing is impossible. Keep in mind also that running in snow is a bit risky as you don’t know what is hiding under it, so be careful.

Running on the sand – Practicing on your condition by running on the sand will not only bring you better condition levels. You will also build more muscles as running on the sand requires big efforts from your body. You will also increase your flexibility and overall speed. This is why Brazilian soccer players are so fast with the ball because they often play on the sand with no shoes on their feet.

Hill running - This one is pretty painful and is not recommended for untrained people. Hill running is generally used during pre-season to increase your condition levels high as possible. Beside good condition you will also increase your starting speed greatly.

Stair Runs - This method will build you lactic acid tolerance and you will be able to run longer without getting cramp. I don’t know about you but running up stairs is one of my favorite ways of practicing on my soccer condition. I love to compete with myself and I recommend you to do the same as it will increase your concentration and force you to perform maximum.