One-On-One Coaching | Leighton Buzzard
Hi everyone!
I've been meaning to sit down and write this blog post for ages. It's about something that's close to my heart: one-on-one football coaching.
For those who don't know me, I'm a football coach based in the UK, and I absolutely love working with young players. While group sessions are brilliant for team spirit and general skills development, there's something truly special about one-on-one coaching that gets me buzzing.
Why I Love It
Let me start by saying that I genuinely enjoy every aspect of coaching, but one-on-one sessions hold a special place for me. It's like having a front-row seat to a player's growth and development. I get to see their "lightbulb moments", their struggles, their triumphs - it's a privilege.
What I love most is the chance to truly connect with each player. In a group setting, it's easy for some kids to get lost in the crowd. But one-on-one, there's nowhere to hide, and that's a good thing! It means we can focus entirely on their individual needs, their strengths, and areas where they might need a bit of extra support.
It's also incredibly rewarding to see the progress that players make in these sessions. Whether it's mastering a new skill, overcoming a fear, or simply gaining confidence, those moments make it all worthwhile.
Summer Football Bootcamp - Day 2
Another great day in what turned out to be another hot day! Well done to all involved.
Focus: First Touch, Passing + SAQs (Speed, Agility & Quickness)
Summer Football Bootcamp - Day 1
Wow. What a start and fantastic effort from all players today in the heat! It’s never easy training in the heat and with new players 🔥
Come Coaching With Me In The Netherlands With Hans Segers (Part 2)
Come coaching with me in the Netherlands with Hans Segers (part 2)
What I Learnt Coaching With Eric Steele - Former Man Utd, Man City & Current FA Coach
What I Learnt Coaching With Eric Steele - Former Man Utd, Man City & Current FA Coach
Relive the Glory: Celebrate England’s Journey to the EURO 2024 Final with 3Retro Football Shirts!
Relive the Glory: Celebrate England’s Journey to the EURO 2024 Final with 3Retro Football Shirts!
Football fever is sweeping the nation as England have charged their way to the EURO 2024 final! As fans, we've ridden every high and low, from the nail-biting group stages to the electrifying semi-final victory.
Now, as England prepares to face Spain in the ultimate showdown, there’s no better way to celebrate and support our heroes than by donning a classic 3Retro football shirt.
Feel the Pride with Iconic Retro Kits
EURO 2024 Football Workshop
We are proud to partner with Barratt David Wilson North Thames and to have facilitated such an exciting opportunity for young pupils at Kingsbrook View Primary Academy.
Benefits of Cold Water Immersion
Benefits of Cold Water Immersion (83 seconds)
1. Reduced Muscle Soreness and Inflammation: Cold water immersion helps decrease DOMS (Delayed Onset of Muscle Soreness) and inflammation by constricting blood vessels (vasoconstriction) and reducing metabolic activity, which limits the inflammatory response.
2. Enhanced Recovery: Athletes often use cold water immersion to speed up recovery after intense workouts or competitions. The cold helps flush out waste products like lactic acid from muscles, facilitating quicker recovery.
3. Pain Relief: The numbing effect of cold water can provide temporary pain relief by slowing down nerve impulses, which reduces the sensation of pain.
4. Improved Circulation: Alternating between cold water immersion and warm environments can improve circulation by constricting and then dilating blood vessels, promoting better blood flow.
5. Boosted Immune System: Regular exposure to cold water can enhance the body's immune response, potentially leading to a stronger defense against illnesses.
6. Enhanced Mood and Reduced Stress: The shock of cold water triggers the release of endorphins and adrenaline, which can improve mood, reduce stress, and increase feelings of well-being.
Like this video if you want more.
What is cold water immersion?
❓ What is Cold Water Immersion?
🛀 Cold water immersion (CWI) is a recovery technique where individuals immerse themselves in cold water, typically ranging from 10 to 15 degrees Celsius, for a specific period. This practice is commonly used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts to enhance recovery and reduce muscle soreness and inflammation.
👉 How It Works
💪 1. Vasoconstriction: The cold temperature causes blood vessels to constrict, reducing blood flow to the muscles. This helps minimize inflammation and swelling by slowing down metabolic processes.
📉 2. Reduced Inflammation: By lowering the muscle temperature, CWI can help decrease the inflammatory response, reducing muscle soreness and stiffness post-exercise. However this is linked to a dampening effect on the effect of strength and resistance training which I’ll go into more detail in the next video.
📈 3. Improved Circulation: Upon exiting the cold water, blood vessels dilate (vasodilation), which can enhance blood flow and facilitate the removal of metabolic waste products from the muscles.
🧬 4. Endorphin Release: The cold shock can trigger the release of endorphins, which are natural painkillers, leading to improved mood and reduced pain perception. It’s believed that spending even up to 5 minutes in CWI, will release enough endorphins to positively affect your mood for hours during the day.
👍 Like this video if you learnt something new and comment below if you use CWI and if you have, the longest you’ve spent in there.
7-Week School Enrichment Program At Gilbert Inglefield Academy
Excited to announce that Go Football Academy will be going in to Gilbert Inglefield Academy to run the football enrichment program for year 7 & 8s for 7-weeks starting in June!
We'll be showing and practising:
- Why we do warm-ups/mobility
- Technical skills development
- Physical development
- Small-sided gamed games
6-Week Strength Program For Goalkeepers
Strength is important as it allows us to build the foundations to develop power, which as a goalkeeper is one of the most important performance parameters.
Strength and power have a close relationship. If we can develop strength, it puts us in a great position to develop power.
Here’s Another FREE 6-Week Acceleration Program:
Everyone wants to get faster right? The ability to produce speed quickly from a slow or standing start is essential in football.
The importance of acceleration is fundamental to the success of football players irrespective of position.
According to Faude et al. (2012), players perform an average of 1300 accelerations and decelerations per game.
Another study showed that players reach their maximum speed in less than 3 seconds, Di Salvo et al. (2007).
Want To Get Faster Over 10 Metres? Here’s A FREE 6-Week Acceleration Program:
Everyone wants to get faster right? The ability to produce speed quickly from a slow or standing start is essential in football.
The importance of acceleration is fundamental to the success of football players irrespective of position.
According to Faude et al. (2012), players perform an average of 1300 accelerations and decelerations per game.
Another study showed that players reach their maximum speed in less than 3 seconds, Di Salvo et al. (2007).
How to improve aerial diving for football goalkeepers
As a goalkeeper, it’s essential to have strong aerial diving skills to make crucial saves for your team. It requires a combination of strength, technique, and quick reactions to reach the ball in midair.
Here are some tips on how you can improve your aerial diving skills…
Moving up to full-sized pitch’s and goals
Here are my top tips for moving up to full-sized pitch’s and goals for outfield players and goalkeepers.