In this series of articles we will discuss the ABC'S (Agility, balance, coordination, speed) as a fundamental requirement of sports performance.
Agility - the ability to change direction in an efficient and effective manner
Balance - The ability to maintain equilibrium when stationary or moving
Coordination - the ability to control the movement of the body
Speed - the ability to move all or part of the body quickly
How do we improve agility?
We can improve our agility by improving the component parts of agility (listed above) and practicing them in training.
Agility Ladder
The main objective of agility ladder programs is to promote a wide range of different foot and movement patterns. Through practice these movements will become second nature and the body will be able to respond quickly to various sport specific movement patterns.
With the use of an agility ladder we can improve our agility by practicing movement patterns in training.
When beginning an agility ladder program start with 2 to 4 drills and once you master these then introduce new drills.
