How Do You Do A Proper Youth Soccer Warm-Up?
A proper soccer warm-up helps the mind, as well as the body, perform at its best. It also lessens the risk of injury. Take your time. A proper soccer warm-up takes about 10 minutes for younger children and 10 to 15 minutes for older children. Consider the conditions. A warm-up may be shorter during hot weather or on soccer tournament days, which include numerous games. Incorporate all soccer skills. In addition to stretching, a warm-up should be soccer-specific and should duplicate aspects of the game, such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Make sure goalkeepers have their own warm-up. It should incorporate all the skills of that position. Keep warmed up. Do not let the body go cold after the warm-up. Players should be urged to keep moving (for instance, by stretching in place) during the frequent breaks in play. Wear proper clothing. Players should have layers that they can easily shed or put on. Take it easy. Do not use too much energy during a warm-up, or allow players to compete
