
Working player wears viper belt with three flexi chords attached (side players in line with post and back player 4m away) Black bibs throws ball at varying heights for working player to volley or header in to goal. Reps - 10 Sets - 2 Recovery time - players change after each set. Black bib serves from opposite side on second set.
Timing of jump Power from legs and arms Allow extra rep without belt. Progess to add in defender.
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