Want to become a better athlete? Here are 10 things to target to start in your journey there;
Fitness can be broken down into 10 different areas:
Strength
Speed
Coordination
Balance
Power
Agility
Flexibility Cardiovascular/respiratory endurance
Stamina
Accuracy
So if you plan to train by yourself these are the things you need to keep in mind when planning your sessions. The best exercises are ones which combine these areas e.g. squats, ladders, and shoulder press. There are many more but these are just a few examples and are easily implemented into your training.
Here is a simple programme for you to try if you are stuck for ideas,
Day 1
Warm up
Ladders x 3 sets (one foot, two feet, side steps, icky shuffle)
Squats x 3 sets x 5 reps
Shoulder Press x 3 sets x 5 reps
Bent Row x3 sets x 10 reps
Plank x 3 x 1min
Stretch
Day 2
Warm up
Ladders x 3 sets (one foot, two feet, side steps, icky shuffle)
RDL x 3 sets x 5 reps
Pull Ups x 3 sets x 5 reps
DB Bench press x3 sets x 10 reps
Sled x push & pull & Farmers walk x 3 x 1 length
Stretch
If you need more inspiration or would like to go into more detail about technique and progressions then give us a call or book a session. 01732 451979
Keep up the good work
Richard AKA “Dickie”
