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    Multidirectional Speed in Youth Soccer Players: Theoretical Underpinnings

    McBurnie, Alistair J and Dos'Santos, Thomas ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2715-0116 (2022) Multidirectional Speed in Youth Soccer Players: Theoretical Underpinnings. Strength & Conditioning Journal, 44 (1). pp. 15-33. ISSN 1524-1602

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    Abstract

    This review provides a definition for multidirectional speed (MDS) and evaluates its technical and mechanical underpinnings. This review explores each component of MDS while considering unique aspects of youth physiology and epidemiology. With a theoretical understanding of MDS, practitioners will be more informed on the planning and periodization of MDS training methods in soccer. MDS comprises linear speed, change of direction speed, curvilinear speed, contextual speed, and agility, which each have distinct physiological, biomechanical, and neurocognitive distinctions that can either be differentiated or harmonized to optimize training.

    Item Type: Article
    Peer-reviewed: Yes
    Date Deposited: 05 Jul 2021 13:43
    Publisher: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins
    Additional Information: This is a non-final version of an article published in final form in McBurnie, Alistair J.; Dos'Santos, Thomas, Multidirectional Speed in Youth Soccer Players: Theoretical Underpinnings, Strength and Conditioning Journal: February 2022 - Volume 44 - Issue 1 - p 15-33 doi: 10.1519/SSC.0000000000000658. Copyright 2021 by the National Strength & Conditioning Association.
    Divisions: Faculties > Science and Engineering
    Subject terms: Sport Sciences, 1106 Human Movement and Sports Sciences
    URI: https://e-space.mmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/628047
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1519/ssc.0000000000000658
    ISSN 1524-1602

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