Training Tips

Why you MUST practice deliberately

It's you versus yourself out there. This is how you create the best conditions for growth.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

What's a good weights program to build muscle in the gym?

Here's a plan that helped me grow 5 kilograms of muscle in 3-months.

Written by Corbi
Updated over a week ago

How do you stay motivated during individual training?

"I find it really hard as if I screw up a rep or set because I get demotivated"

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How much do professional athletes sleep?

Is sleep really that important for performing at the highest level?

Written by Corbi
Updated over a week ago

Why should I keep Effective when I have so much other soccer training already?

This is the reason why players in academies, players training 12x a week already, or are already professionals stay Effective.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How to Use Effective to Play Faster Soccer

A really common issue amongst players that strive to play football at at a higher level. How do you get used to playing at a faster pace?

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

Should I look to improve my weaknesses or master my strengths?

An interesting debate which players encounter will going through their training. What is more effective?

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

What are the different phases of a football season and what should my goals be in these phases?

To create a good training schedule, you have to adapt your training based on the time of season.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

What kind of training should I do in pre-season and how often?

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

Why should I rest and what should I do during rest?

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How can I train if I am away on holiday or have must-do’s ?

Where there is a will there is a way!

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How do I get match fit quickly?

Important that you do a variety of different movements that incorporate everything you'd do on a soccer field!

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How long do professional players in Europe take holidays?

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How do I set goals for myself?

The best players are always trying to improve their game, and to improve, you need to set goals.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How long should I be resting during the season and what’s the resting schedule of a professional player?

Even when you are resting you should stay focused on your goals!

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How should I train when I’m injured?

Be careful with training injured as you could make the injury much worse. The best thing is to see a doctor for professional guidance.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How to come back from injury as a BETTER player

5 easy-to-follow steps to use your injury as a catalyst for improvement

Written by Corbi
Updated over a week ago

I have trouble finding the time to train because of work/school, what do I do?

If you manage your time correctly you will have 23 hours per week left to do whatever you want. Use this time to train!

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago