Training Handball In 2019

Training handball is as crucial as competing in a match, we all want to improve our fitness whether it be strength, agility, reactions or general fitness and how long we can stay on the field. Here is a list of the best ways to train handball in 2019.

The 15 meter run

Create a 15 meter gap by placing markers on both ends and run to each side back and forth. The goal is to complete 3 sets of 5 runs, now here comes the tricky part; each set of runs will be different, so the first 5 runs can be ordinary sprints but the second set of runs can be backward run’s, sidestep runs, crossover runs even jogs if you’re feeling tired towards the end of the exercise. Running is vital to handball training and you can never stop to take a break when in a competitive match because your opponent won’t stop so neither can you.

Correct stretching

Stretching is usually overlooked in sports, especially handball. By correctly stretching all of the muscles you will be using in handball will help you train harder, run faster and shoot more accurate. Most importantly it helps reduce the chance of injuring yourself. A great stretch is called the straddling stretch, simply stand up straight and have both arms to your side and slowly touch your foot with the opposite hand and switch over. Repeat 20 times to fully unlock your hip flexors and you’ll be able to rotate so much more easily. The next stretch is similar but is just as effective, again stand up straight and hold your arms directly in front of you and keep them there, the raise one leg and try and touch your hand on the same side, then repeat with the other leg and do this 20 times and your hamstrings will be so much more flexible, this will help with quick sprints and jumping shots.
 

Reactions training

Being able to react in any given situation and take the correct action next is extremely important and in handball training as this is a fast paced sport, you need to know when to pass and when to your but also what type of pass and type of shot to make, these decisions are made in split seconds and you want to make the right choice so here’s how we train. You will need a partner for this or find a way to improvised, lay down of the floor with your arms out to the side and have a player stand above you, he will drop the ball in random places and you will have to quickly react and catch the ball before it lands on the ground or hits you, he can place them near your head, chest or legs but you need quick reactions to catch the ball 10 times in a row.
 

Give me power

Strength and power are often used in the same way in handball it’s the same when training handball, improving our power will help us sprint faster, shoot harder and stand our ground when our opponent is shoving us. Simply lie down on the floor on your back and get into a simple sit up position, then reach up and touch your feet with the opposite hand and vice versa, repeat 20 times on every side. This will help improve your abs and general strength. A great way to train power in our legs are what’s called leap jumps, get into a squat position, squat down and upon reaching the top jump as high as you can, land on your feet and straight back into a squat down position, see if you can last 60 seconds and your legs will feel pumped.

Conclusion

These are without a doubt some of the easiest and best ways to train handball in 2019, not only for training beginners or newer players but also for veterans at the sport, never forget the basics. The great thing about these types of training is that you can do them on your own and that’s what makes the fun handball drills.