Fitness
Sprint Warm-Up Progression (Soccer)
Sprint warm-up progression for soccer escalates from mobility to build-ups and strides before max velocity—hamstring activation included, not static-only stretching.
Sprint warm-up progression for soccer moves from general movement to drill ladders, build-ups, and a few submaximal strides before max velocity. Cold hamstrings and skipped progressions raise strain risk on the first explosive rep.
Ten to fifteen minutes is typical; extend in cold weather. Finish with hamstring activation—Nordic iso or band curls—not static-only stretching.
Common questions
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Should static stretching precede sprint training?
Long static holds before max sprints can reduce power temporarily—use dynamic drills and short strides; save long static work for post-session or separate mobility blocks.
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