Speed, agility, strength, explosiveness, and stamina—these are all traits soccer players need to go hard for 90 minutes in a game. But how do players get into such good shape?Soccer Workouts You Can Do in the Gym to Improve Your Game >>>Certified strength and conditioning coach Will Huntington demonstrates this soccer-specific workout, which will increase your lower-body strength and power, and improve your sprint speed and agility—all while reducing the odds of injury.It doesn't matter whether you're on the U.S. Men's National Team, in a co-ed league, or just playing a pickup game in the park—this workout will get you into your best soccer shape.The Drill That Could Save Your Soccer Career >>>THE WORKOUT1. BACK SQUATIncrease lower body strength and power.5 sets
5 reps
90 seconds rest2. SPRINTS
Improve explosive speed.
5-10 reps
max effort
90 seconds rest3. AGILITY LADDER
Improve control.
5-6 rounds
90 seconds rest4. CALF RAISES
Strengthen soft tissue in lower legs to prevent shin splints.
3 sets
10 reps
60 seconds rest5. HANDSTAND PUSHUPS
Build upper-body strength for balance. This will also improve strength around the neck.
5 sets
max reps
60 seconds restShot on location at FOCUS NYC.The Best Header Goals of All Time >>>