Karoline Gore 
Becoming a soccer star is the fruit of many years of hard work that commences in youth. Cristiano Ronaldo, for instance, started playing for Andorinha when he was just seven (his father was a kit man for the team!) and Benzema began his football career at Bron Terraillon SC at the age of eight. It is one … Read more
Strength training is a key aspect of training regimes for all successful soccer players. In fact, strength also underpins agility, endurance, speed, and power — every quality you need to be a good soccer player, no matter the position. Despite this, strength training can often be overlooked by soccer players. Fortunately, by implementing the best strength training … Read more
Soccer is played by millions of people across all genders and ages. Recent data reveals that soccer participation is at an all-time high in the US, and in 2019 there were 11.9 million outdoor soccer participants across the country. Not only is it a fun pastime, but playing soccer is a great way to foster camaraderie, community engagement, … Read more
There are plenty of games inspired by soccer, but ice soccer might just be the most inventive yet. While a few variations of the sport have emerged recently, there’s no doubt that the craze has kicked off, and that ice soccer is going to be a game that everyone is playing soon enough. The best part … Read more
Unlike swimming or gymnastics, soccer is not a sport that naturally makes you flexible. This makes it even more important for soccer players to regularly exercise to develop flexibility since it impacts more than just your muscles. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) enhanced flexibility can reduce sports injury risk, improve muscle balance … Read more
Therapies and Treatments For Soccer Injuries Like any other physical sport, soccer demands energy, tact, and wit. However, their application can leave you worn out, burnt out, or even injured. Despite the comparative safety of soccer, 81, 452 players had injuries in 2020 according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The injuries were caused by tackling, … Read more
Whether you have dreams of becoming a world-class athlete, or you simply enjoy playing sport for your personal health and fitness, nutrition is key to helping you find the marginal gains you need. It helps you to prevent injury, increase stamina and ensure you recover efficiently post-performance. The sports nutrition industry is worth an estimated $10.5 … Read more
Whether you dream of becoming a pro-soccer player like Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo just want to perform to the best of your ability at your local club, you have to be willing to train hard. Although a lot of soccer training takes place on the pitch, a considerable amount of time is also spent in the gym. While every player’s … Read more
Across the world, 33 percent of all students experience bullying, according to UNESCO. In the face of this fact, a parent is left to wonder what can be done to alleviate some of the distress a child feels when faced with adversity at school. To this, many experts say that the answer is a team sport, like … Read more
The interest in women’s soccer has grown dramatically in recent years, thanks in no small part to the success of the U.S. national team, which took home the victory at the Women’s World Cup in France (2019) and at three previous World Cups. Indeed, America is leading the way in the field, showing consistent growth and … Read more