Summer is almost here and no doubt you are feeling extra motivated to get your bod looking right. Soccer star (and US Olympic Gold Medalist), Alex Morgan, is training hard for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada and has some tips for you. Can you think of anyone in better shape than a soccer player?
Get That Cardio In
“As a forward, I’m always doing interval runs. I do a 2:1 ratio of
running and jogging. So, for every two-minute stride I take a one-minute
jog. I try to repeat this at
least six times. At the very end, I
run a mile at my top speed to see how tired I’ve gotten compared to
when I go for my normal mile run. The goal is to minimize the difference
in times so I can be less fatigued in the 80th minute of a game. I also
do lots of lunges, squats, and core-strengthening exercises in the
gym.”
Get Your Mind Right
“Mentally, I’ve learned that failure is sometimes
inevitable—especially in soccer. You have a 50/50 chance of winning, but
if you’re able to overcome a loss, you’ll be stronger because of it.”
Get Your Mind Right
“Mentally, I’ve learned that failure is sometimes inevitable—especially in soccer. You have a 50/50 chance of winning, but if you’re able to overcome a loss, you’ll be stronger because of it.”
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