How-to make your workout transfer to a match situation

A really common complaint is feeling like you're doing a lot of training but not feeling the same level of confidence in a match.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How to Play With no Fear

Written by Corbi
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"I don't have the time."

A teenager recently said this to me after saying he didn't have time to train. I needed to get something off my chest..

Written by Nick Humphries
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Is it Too Difficult to Become a Pro?

Wouldn't it be smarter to take an easier route, with less competition?

Written by Corbi
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I’m lacking motivation when I play, should I be a coach?

This 17-year old recently hit a crossroads in his life and doesn't know what to do.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone?

The majority of your friends/family are taking the easy route, so why be different?

Written by Corbi
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How to Build Unshakeable Confidence

It's the #1 question that we get asked when player talk to us: How can I become more confident?

Written by Corbi
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"My team always loses. How can I win more?"

It feels like I am "used to losing" - is there something I'm doing wrong?

Written by Nick Humphries
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How do I get over failure and rejection?

It happens to everyone but getting over it quickly is the hallmark of any successful athlete.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

How Do I Use Effective to Become a Professional Footballer?

To the players that always ask how to get a trial, how they can find opportunity and how to email clubs, read this first.

Written by Nick Humphries
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Important Read on Open Trials

Open trials and a frank article on what they are all about.

Written by Nick Humphries
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The coach doesn't play me, what should I do?

Its not the best feeling when you feel like you're in the team to warm the bench, but here are a few pointers.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

Why do I need a training schedule?

The schedule is the foundation of everything.

Written by Nick Humphries
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How do I get over a bad performance?

Sometimes it feels like the worlds collapsing around you.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

My family say that "I'm messing up my life" playing soccer

It could be your friends, family or guidance counsellor but this is what happens.

Written by Nick Humphries
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How do I upgrade my account?

Written by Nick Humphries
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Why should I rest and what should I do during rest?

Working hard is extremely important but not underestimate the importance of rest.

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

I have a good idea for the site! Who do I send it to?

You have a voice and we'd love to hear from you. Our community can only grow with your contribution.

Written by Nick Humphries
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I have questions I’d like answered about my training program, who do I contact?

Written by Nick Humphries
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Do you have an app I can download?

The Effective Academy is now available on iOS and Android!

Written by Nick Humphries
Updated over a week ago

Is Effective offered in any other languages than English?

Written by Nick Humphries
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