Random Training Videos

Since I will have little time to write, I have compiled some training videos from the last few weeks at Soar.

The first video is a lateral single leg plyometric performed on a ladder. It involves quick changes of direction with hops to the lateral and medial side of the knee. Caution: This is not a drill I would use for beginners.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vz41_QsKOZo


This next video is a drill we use for our advanced athletes to finish up a leg/upper body pulling day. It is a one arm sled row for 20 yds and then a crossover run with the sled. Its strength, its conditioning and its extremely functional! The only way the sled moves on the crossover run is if you apply force to the ground in the proper angle. We do 2 sets for each arm.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlLF-R4-s6c


This is prone bridge variation with an ab dolly. NOT FOR BEGINNERS!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nx4Wik5lkUg


The next two videos involve reaction sprints. The athlete starts in an athletic stance and chops their feet in place. When I give them the "Go" cue, the athlete needs to apply force into the ground quickly and at the appropriate shin angle to allow them to accelerate forward.

In my opinion, this is speed training in a sport like situation. Whether it is football, volleyball, softball or basketball - quick and powerful reactions are the difference between making the play or getting burnt. Pay close attention to body angle, shin angle (no heels), strong core and unnecessary steps.

Reaction drill with forward sprint.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8CEeFmLZ18

Reaction drill lateral - notice the role of strength in force application into the ground.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKExQbc-chc