Fitness training. 10 Secs to cover distance. 10 Secs rest Up then Down 10 times Repeat 5 times 2-3 minutes rest between reps
Place slow players 40M Medium 50M Fast 60M Very Fast 70M If player is reaching cones too easy promote him up to next level. If player isn't reaching cone in 10 seconds demote him. Aim is to get each player in the team covering at least 50M in 10 Secs
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