grid
TrainingThe marked-out area (usually with cones) in which a specific drill or game takes place.
Related Terms in Training
yo-yo test
A variation of the beep test involving intermittent recovery periods, designed to simulate the stop-start nature of soccer.
tactical walk-through
A slow-paced session where the team walks through positions and movements without the ball or at walking speed to understand strategy.
static stretching
Holding a stretch for a period of time. Usually reserved for the cool-down phase to improve flexibility.
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