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I want tips of what things to do for a GK to keep fit
I’ve just come back from summer holidays so lost fitness, but i walk 4 miles to school daily, have weights, and can train at a stadium about 2 mins near me (football training)

That’s actually a good idea the reflex one against the wall

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Theres quite a few things you can do – some specific are

Sit with knees bent. Have someone throw to the left of your head and behind you, you should ideally need to stretch back to catch, continue to ground and then while completing a sit up, toss the ball back toyour helper. Then to the right, then to the left etc.

In a standing position, have some play the ball to the left and right along the ground, practise dropping to stop it – not parry with your feet.

A simple one when alone, toss the ball up high and practise overhead catches – like in a corner situation, makeing sure you jump for it and catch cleanly.

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