Set up a circle with cones in middle Players spread out around the edge of the circle Dynamic Stretching 1. Jog to centre and back 2. Side to Side 3. Jog Backwards 4. Sprint then jog back X2 5. kick heels up then lift knees up 6. Open Groins out then close 7. cross body kicks long then short 8. Static Stretching 9. Jog on spot then sprint on command PROGRESS Get players into the centre of the area.... They need to jog around making sure they change direction regularly. When they come up against another player they need to 'Should Barge' them.... On Coaches command they all have to sprint outside the area and the last one sits out until someone wins
Tiempo Concentration Attitude Use Body weight when shoulder barging Be on toes to ready to sprint
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