10km runs are the cigarette of soccer training. 🚬⚽
Long-distance running is still common in soccer preseason, but is it actually making players better?
In this video, I explain why traditional endurance runs may reduce performance on the field and why soccer-specific conditioning is a better approach.
You’ll learn:
• Why soccer relies on repeated high-intensity actions rather than continuous running.
• How excessive long-distance running can negatively affect speed and explosiveness.
• Why conditioning should improve football performance, not just fitness.
The best endurance training for soccer happens with the ball, under pressure, and in game-like situations.
Do you still use 10K runs in your preseason?
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