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Cones: Box 8

  Posted Dec 13/15 by Shawn Lockhart for Better Coaches

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Equipment

  • Cones
  • Open field or gym floor

Description

Starting at the first cone, athlete sprints forward to cone directly in front of him, back pedals diagonally to coner cone, sprints forward to cone directly in front of him, then back pedal diagonally to the starting point (this drill can also be done in the reverse direction)

Tips

  • Head up
  • Knees bent with feet shoulder-width apart
  • Begin slowly and work at your own pace.
  • Make sure you have plenty of room.
  • Ensure that there are no sharp objects around you and that you have some drinking water handy.
  • If at any time you feel discomfort, cease activity immediately.