Set-up a zig-zag set of cones (not too sharp turns), cones roughly 10 yds apart with 4 cones. The aim is to get the players running at angles and in a curved way. Set up teams either in 2s or 3s, depending on numbers. Hold races and determine how many relays they run depending on how fit they are. A ball can be used to make it more football related.
Lean into the turn Shift feet outside body position to change direction Control the movement but maintain speed
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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