Soccer is broken down into many different intensities, and duration of work/rest. No player at whatever level they play at can sprint forever.
But the ability to develop aerobic power will affect the percentage of maximum speed that can be repeated. A good aerobic power is the key to sprints in terms of quantity (how many times you can sprint in a game) and quality (without slowing down).

This section will provide you with a variety of stamina developing programs that are used regularly by many of the worlds top soccer clubs.

What you will learn in Module 5

Stamina for Modern Soccer
This module will examine the all the important segments that you will need to in order to design a stamina program for the player. One that is soccer specific and not based on myths. These training programs are tried and trusted by the most successful clubs in soccer. Each training session and topic is described in detail with 3-D illustrations.

Endurance Training
Endurance training is essential for soccer, requiring a solid aerobic base - in order to repeat short, explosive bouts of activity over prolonged periods. Soccer demands a high level of stamina, so endurance training must form an integral part of your training plan.
It can be a great confidence booster when your competitors, even your team mates, start fading and you have reserves to spare.

Exercise Intensity
Most coaches and players use heart rate because it is by far the most practical and easy to measure. In order for you to get the most out of your endurance training a heart rate monitor is essential.

Peak Aerobic Fitness
You could argue that endurance soccer training is the most important element of your conditioning program. And, just as strength training for soccer consists of more than just lifting weights, soccer endurance training involves more than just running continuously.

VO2max
Understanding your VO2max or aerobic power is key to maximizing your endurance training and performance. So what exactly is your aerobic power and why is it an important factor in athletic training? Find out why.

Anaerobic Threshold
Understanding anaerobic threshold will make you a better endurance athlete. If your VO2max is your aerobic potential, your anaerobic threshold determines how much of that potential you tap.
More importantly you can improve your lactate threshold considerably with training.

Energy Systems
Whether it's during a 26 mile marathon run or one explosive movement like kicking a ball, skeletal muscle is powered by one and only one compound -- ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

Cardiovascular System
During exercise the working muscles demand more oxygen and more nutrients. Metabolic process speed up. More waste products are produced increasing acidity. Body temperature rises. Combined this leads to an increase demand on the Cardiovascular system.

Varied Running Circuit
Shape Running
Conditioning Drill
The Game within the Game
Fartleck Training
Interval Training
Continuous Running
The Beep Test (with downloadable audio file)
Pyramid Interval Runs
Collective Movement Drill
4 Way Exchange Sprints

12 Month Training Program
Soccer is the total sport and a well-thought-out soccer training program must reflect that. Soccer players must perform with short bursts of power and speed and have the ability to keep going for 90 minutes or more.

First and foremost though, a soccer training program should be individually tailored to your needs and your resources. All the training theory - the perfect 12-month fitness regime - it all flies out the window if you simple don't have the time (or the inclination) to train 3 or 4 days a week. This chapter will provide you with a comprehensive 12 Month Training Program.

Off Season Program
Off season soccer training has two important objectives;
1. Physical recuperation and mental respite from a strenuous season,
2. Minimize any losses in strength and conditioning built up over the year. This chapter will provide you with a sample off season training program.