Athlete FIT

Each day over the last 10 weeks we have challenged our athletes to explore, push, focus or identify very specific aspects about each session and how it could specifically impact an area of their game…the results have been amazing and to the 400+ athletes that spent time with us…thanks for making this our best summer ever!

This post is in response to a conversation with a player on why we have so many patterns and combinations in the ball control module of the app.

Our philosophy on skill training is about coaching athleticism into the skill sessions (control of the ball under your body while also controlling your body around the ball). This athleticism approach in high repetition combos, leads to automated patterns (think sprint drills - not really speed training, but high repetition of components of speed).

This automated approach allows players to shift their attention to tactical awareness because they are not thinking about how to get their body under control or what skill they are going to perform.

This all comes together as quick, athletic creativity and efficient tactical decisions or speed of play.

For a deeper look into our soccer training app - watch the video at risefutbol.com/programs

Excited to finally see my vision of fully customized, targeted interval programs come to life on the - the user experience is unbelievable with the dashboard. Now able to load my entire seasonal program into the treadmill.

First session with these two on quickness (body position focus) around a the ball. Quick repositioning strategies that set up more explosive getaway touches.

Quick Footwork session this morning with players- confident quickness in tight spaces.

Midfielders in today blending agility and quick skills, challenging first touch and reaction.

Our philosophy on skills training stems from an initial focus on athletic agility, which allows players to find their own creative way of expressing that athleticism with a ball at their feet...as demonstrated here by player and long time AthleteFIT alum

Even on an off day is in here working on the little things. Can't stress enough how much a little quiet time on off days to focus on you game can pay off big later on.
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OUTTAKES PART 2:
Looking back at the summer I miss the fun I had with these 3, but in the moment they drove me crazy.

Discussion on strength exercises for speed training from one of our workshops.