Player stands on balance platforms with both legs. Player tries to maintain balance.
In this drill player works on balance and focus at the same time. Player has to control body and mind to maintain position on unstable platforms. For more advanced players coach can make them progress and ask them to close their eyes. Lack of visual feedback makes this drill much harder.
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