Heading Skill – kneeling header progression
Player kneels and performs headers focusing on technique and timing without using legs.
Equipment
FootballExercise mat
Coaching points
- Focus on timing
- Use forehead
- Keep balance
- Engage neck
Common mistakes
- Poor timing
- Using top of head
- Closing eyes
- Weak contact
Action video
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Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
10 × 2 sets
Touches
10
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