Tuesday 23 June 2009

Back to football

I'm currently treating TJ Birring following his Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury (ACL). TJ is a semi-professional footballer that damaged his anterior cruciate ligament years ago and his knee has never been safe. He recently had another ACL reconstruction and his aim is to return to football safely. He spent the last four months working on his strength, control and proprioception. His left knee now is as strong as the right one and his control is excellent. His exercises included ball squats, lounges and loads of different balance exercises such as BOSU session, spring board exercises and Reebok core board sessions.For a sample of the latter click on the link below Following a couple of sessions on the G-trainer TJ is currently doing pitch sessions with me to build up his fitness, sharpness, and football specific training. We have been working on running mechanics, SAQ exercises, position specific drills and some light ball work that allows TJ to show me his tricks. Our aim is to return to training mid August and hopefully play full part next season. I'll keep you updated on his progress.