Healthy Learning
Athletic Conditioning

The key to any soccer conditioning program is how well it transfers to enhanced soccer performance. In this remarkable book, one of the UK's leading soccer strength and conditioning coaches explains the scientific principles underlying the specific requirements of soccer conditioning, and then presents programs designed to address those needs. Individual chapters are devoted to each of the key fitness variables required for top soccer performance, and include: the fitness requirements of soccer, the science of soccer conditioning, assessing performance, workout preparation, speed training, agility training, strength training, power training, core training, endurance training, flexibility training, nutrition for soccer, recovery and regeneration, and putting the program together. Contains 250 clear photographs and illustrations.