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Rapid Response Base Rotations - Soccer

January 2, 2009

Starting Position

  • Standing in athletic base position

Procedure

  • Jump slightly off ground and rotate hips to right
  • Hit the ground and immediately rotate to left

Coaching Keys

  • Swivel hips only and keep shoulders and torso stationary
  • Use arms to counterbalance hips- Hips to right, arms to left

You Should Feel It

  • Through your torso

Tags: Acceleration, Speed, Rotational Movement, Elasticity, Sports Performance, Soccer

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