Soccer Anatomy – Donald T. Kirkendall, 2nd Edition (Original PDF from Publisher)

Discover what it’s like to train for the most popular sport in the world. You can learn how to run faster, withstand opponent challenges, be stronger in tackles, jump higher, postpone fatigue, and avoid injuries by using Soccer Anatomy, Second Edition. This second version features over 85 soccer-specific workouts that are intended to help athletes develop and strengthen their bodies. Adam Sayers, an exceptional soccer coach, collaborates with Donald Kirkendall, one of the most renowned authorities on soccer training and injury prevention. You can see which muscles are used in each exercise and how they are essentially related to soccer performance thanks to full-color anatomical pictures. Exercises for strengthening the core, back and hips, thighs, shoulders and neck, chest, arms, and legs are arranged anatomically. Clear, detailed instructions are provided for every workout. With variations, you can adjust the workout to fit your age, level of experience, and training objectives, or you can focus on particular areas. Along with exercises from FIFA’s warm-up program, you’ll also find tips and exercises to help reduce frequent soccer-related injuries to the head, knees, hips, groin, and thigh and calf muscles. The “The 11+” program, created by FIFA’s Medical Assessment and Research Center, has been shown to lower the most frequent injuries. Let Soccer Anatomy’s reputable guidance and knowledgeable instruction be your go-to training resource for coaches and players who want to increase skill and develop strength and endurance on the field!