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| Julius |
11:51:41 Friday 27 February 2004 |
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This website rules. I'm going into 9th grade and I'm going into the varsity team. I'm a pretty good right footed kicker but my left foot isn't spectacular, how can I work on it? |
It is great that you want to improve your weak foot. All-round development is the foundation of becoming a successful player.
Repetition and visualization are the two main methods which could improve your weak foot. If you are willing to go out yourself and do drills, that's great. Get as many repetitions as you can (don't worry about placement) of these three basic kicks: instep drive, push pass and inside curve. Remember that the left foot is also used for dribbling and ball control.
If you don't have the desire or chance to work on technique individually, I would recommend that you incorporate your weak foot as much as you can during practice. As you get more and more comfortable, you will eventually be able to employ it at games and important situations.
Visualization is a far less known method of developing your weak foot that can literally be done without lifting a finger. Whenever you find yourself daydreaming, think about the particular technique you want to improve. Try to recreate it in slow motion and break it down into steps. If you would like for example to improve your left instep drive, envision yourself slowly approaching the ball, retrieving your foot, striking through the ball and following through. For some reason visualization is often ignored. From my own research and experience I can assure you that it is effective when done right. by Expert 18:37:22 Monday 29 March 2004 |
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