When it comes to enhancing your performance on the field, multidirectional speed is a crucial skill that can make a significant difference. Before diving into agility training, it’s important to understand the distinction between agility and change of direction. While they may seem similar, they involve distinct aspects of movement.
Improving agility and change of direction skills requires honing your ability to manage your center of gravity and apply force in the right direction. Here are two drills that can help you achieve this:
Once you’ve mastered these techniques, it’s time to apply them in a more dynamic setting. Here’s an application drill to try:
Lateral Hurdle Jump to Sprint: Begin by standing next to a hurdle on your left side. Perform a lateral jump over the hurdle to your left, then to your right, and back to your left for a total of three jumps. After the third jump, immediately turn and sprint as fast as you can for 10-15 yards. Practice decelerating rapidly to come to a complete stop.
To further challenge yourself and integrate these skills into a competitive setting, consider the following:
Challenge
By incorporating these drills and challenges into your training routine, you can enhance your agility and change of direction skills, giving you a competitive edge on the field.
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