U15 - Flexibility

Common Findings in GAA Players Poor posture. Pre existing injuries often affecting the ankles, groin and pelvic region. Stiff hip flexors, gluteal muscles, hamstrings, shoulders and thoracic (mid) spine. Poor control of movement. Signs of overtraining.

Static vs. Dynamic Flexibility Static flexibility is the ability to move through a range of motion with no emphasis on speed or time Dynamic flexibility is the ability to move through a range of movement with emphasis on speed of motion.

U-15 Key Points Re affirm the concept of good practice in flexibility training, injury management and training loads Encourage players to look after their own mobility/flexibility Sit & Reach Test Progress dynamic and static stretching Dynamic – High knees, butt flicks, ball under each leg and around the body, sumo squats etc….(don’t always use same drills; variety required!) Static- Gluteal muscles, calves, hamstrings, quads, thoracic and lumbar spine, Chest (pecs)