Interested in strength training for kids soccer to improve performance on the soccer field?

Actually it can be quite simple if you know what you are doing. You know that many soccer coaches like their players to be strong, powerful and fast. This occurs even at the younger ages of eight and nine when most technical training begins. Many coaches like to pick the faster and stronger players because they believe they have a better chance of winning.

It is these players that are strong, powerful and fast that get noticed first regardless if they have good technical skill.

If your child is physically weak in soccer he or she can begin a resistance training program. And here is something you probably did not know: a child as young as eight years old can start a properly supervised strength training program.

If you are thinking that building strength will stunt your child’s growth think again. Resistance training at a young age has many benefits if done properly.

Here are 5 tips and ideas to help you get started with your Childs’ strength training program for soccer.

1. Start with body weight exercises. Body weight exercises teach your child to control his/her body.

2. Focus on correct technique. It is important for young soccer players to learn proper movement patterns at a young age so they can progress to heavier loads as they get older.

3. Pick exercises that closely mimic the movement on the field. Squats and lunges are great examples.

4. Do exercises that require little or no equipment. Remember there are several household items you can use to create resistance- soup cans, telephone books etc.

5. Have fun! Hopscotch is a great game for building strength for young soccer players for kids soccer. It uses one legged strength, balance and coordination naturally.

Avoid machine based exercises in which your child needs to be seated. Sitting takes away from the natural development of the core stomach muscles.

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