A good warm down, like a warm up, is key for a footballer wishing to remain injury free for prolonged periods of time. Often overlooked by many players, a warm down is meant to allow the body to gradually transition from an intensive exercise state to a rest state thus … [+]
When you are not presently involved in exercise your muscles and tendons are cold and subsequently prone to being overstretched or torn as a result of any drastic body movement brought about by physical activity.
Such drastic body movements are common in football – twists and turns in dribbling, a stretched … [+]
Health studies and officials suggest that regular physical activity and exercise promote health as they reduce the risk of chronic heart disease and improve overall body conditioning and wellness. It is suggested that people should exercise at least three or four times a week to reap the benefits of exercise … [+]
Exposure to potential injury is part and parcel of any strenuous physical activity and football is no different. All physical activities stress the body’s structure and tissues.
Although football is not primarily a contact sport, collisions do happen as players compete for control of the ball – collisions which can … [+]
When playing football, one of the most prominent risks young players face is dehydration. Dehydration can cause major problems to a player’s health and performance and it’s often hard to spot if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Dehydration (hypohydration) is the removal of water from the body.
It is … [+]
What a player consumes before, during and after football matches plays a key role in their performance and development as a player. Proper nutrition is extremely important for football players.
A player who practices without having eaten breakfast or lunch, or avoids fluid intake during hot summer sessions is not going … [+]
