Cross training is a great way to develop well rounded athletes. Although sport specific drills are important, it is equally important to mix things up every once in a while in order to keep your athletes on their toes! For example, having your basketball team play a quick game of soccer allows them to naturally develop their footwork, cuts, and straight ahead speed.
In the weight room, think in terms of muscle groups. If your athletes do a lot of forward/backward movements be sure you are strengthening the muscles that move the body laterally. I run between 10-15 miles a week, so I am constantly using my muscles to propel my body forward, so when I am in the weight room I make sure that I strengthen my hips and do frontal plane exercises in order to strengthen the lateral movement muscles.
Cross training is a great way to reduce injury, to keep practice new and exciting, and to develop well rounded athletes. Afterall, ATHLETES ARE MADE!
-Katie
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