ā€‹Flexibility is needed to be able to lower the center of gravity. Glutes, hamstrings, plantar flexors and lower adductors are the key here. While the biggest guys need to be stable, the light and fast players need mobility, agility and speed. One of the largest key is angles. Flexibility component of agility is well understood, but is rarely trained. Being able to take a wide step at the right moment and quickly recover from it is what makes agility come alive. Flexibility is what allows those steps to be taken quickly and comfortably.
Unlike standard, outdated relaxed stretches our method relies on Zaichik Stretching techniques. Avoidance of stretch reflex, and action vs action joint articulations allow for fast flexibility gains. In this program we, also add various football positions specific exercises. These exercises allow the flexibility to be maintained and uses specifically for the skill needed by each player.