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Rocky
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I want to become a star soccer player. Can I get some tips?
I’m in middle school. And I need tips for help cause I have recently been getting worse.
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Michelle M.
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Hello, Rocky !
I would be happy to provide some advice and insight about becoming a professional athlete playing Soccer.
The first thing that you need to come to terms with is that there are no instructions for becoming a star or famous. Stardom and fame come through a succession of events that happen for some people, but do not happen for others and that is the normal flow of it. Success and improvement doesn't come instantly or overnight. If you can realize that, you'll be open to developing your skills a step at a time, gradually. It is very important and crucial that you are not impatient for this career and do not attach accolades to it before you even start playing professionally.
That being said, it's great that you are already playing Soccer and getting the feel of it. If it is really something you want to continue to strive for, you must practice everyday, have a confident mindset, reflect on why you love the sport, and become more knowledgeable about the career. You're starting at the beginning - that's exactly where everyone starts. It is a multi-step process that you will have to agree to.
Continue playing, but also focus on improving dribbling, passing, and shooting, while also building physical fitness through cardio, strength, and agility training. Your physical education teacher or your coach are people that could provide the proper workout routine for you as they have both evaluated you and you must get that assistance from someone who knows you and has seen you play soccer. Set a routine exercise schedule for yourself and stick to it. Just because playing is fun, it doesn't mean it's easy to reach professional level eventually. It's a lot of hard work and self-motivation and focus.
If you're not already in a youth soccer team or club, it is crucial that you join one. This will get you seen more and opportunities may arise during your path by getting lots of experience. Once you get to a level that you need to be at, there are other steps to take to further bring forth opportunities.
When you are ready, you can join a Major League Soccer League, join the US Soccer Development Academy and the Elite Clubs National League and/or play college Soccer at the NCAA Division I level which leads to professional opportunities. Go to their websites to learn the details about the requirements. There is a lot of information you can inquire about from the organizations and your coach or teacher.
Always remember that you're playing soccer for your satisfaction and entertainment of an audience, not to become a famous star. Having stardom on your mind can be a barrier and influence your career in ways that bring forth obstacles. Be open minded and with more life experience, you will understand more of what you must do to one day play professional Soccer.
Make very strong connections with those you are playing soccer with currently. Attend as many soccer games at other schools, too. Talk with other players and coaches. This is called networking and making contacts for high school. You will also need to be strict with your diet, eating nutrient dense foods and staying away from unhealthy eating. Stay in shape. Daily exercise will help with keeping you fit as well as strong for your sport.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
I would be happy to provide some advice and insight about becoming a professional athlete playing Soccer.
The first thing that you need to come to terms with is that there are no instructions for becoming a star or famous. Stardom and fame come through a succession of events that happen for some people, but do not happen for others and that is the normal flow of it. Success and improvement doesn't come instantly or overnight. If you can realize that, you'll be open to developing your skills a step at a time, gradually. It is very important and crucial that you are not impatient for this career and do not attach accolades to it before you even start playing professionally.
That being said, it's great that you are already playing Soccer and getting the feel of it. If it is really something you want to continue to strive for, you must practice everyday, have a confident mindset, reflect on why you love the sport, and become more knowledgeable about the career. You're starting at the beginning - that's exactly where everyone starts. It is a multi-step process that you will have to agree to.
Continue playing, but also focus on improving dribbling, passing, and shooting, while also building physical fitness through cardio, strength, and agility training. Your physical education teacher or your coach are people that could provide the proper workout routine for you as they have both evaluated you and you must get that assistance from someone who knows you and has seen you play soccer. Set a routine exercise schedule for yourself and stick to it. Just because playing is fun, it doesn't mean it's easy to reach professional level eventually. It's a lot of hard work and self-motivation and focus.
If you're not already in a youth soccer team or club, it is crucial that you join one. This will get you seen more and opportunities may arise during your path by getting lots of experience. Once you get to a level that you need to be at, there are other steps to take to further bring forth opportunities.
When you are ready, you can join a Major League Soccer League, join the US Soccer Development Academy and the Elite Clubs National League and/or play college Soccer at the NCAA Division I level which leads to professional opportunities. Go to their websites to learn the details about the requirements. There is a lot of information you can inquire about from the organizations and your coach or teacher.
Always remember that you're playing soccer for your satisfaction and entertainment of an audience, not to become a famous star. Having stardom on your mind can be a barrier and influence your career in ways that bring forth obstacles. Be open minded and with more life experience, you will understand more of what you must do to one day play professional Soccer.
Make very strong connections with those you are playing soccer with currently. Attend as many soccer games at other schools, too. Talk with other players and coaches. This is called networking and making contacts for high school. You will also need to be strict with your diet, eating nutrient dense foods and staying away from unhealthy eating. Stay in shape. Daily exercise will help with keeping you fit as well as strong for your sport.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Paul Goetzinger MPA
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I have had the privilege of working with many successful athletes over the past three decades, and I think I can provide some insight regarding the path that many of them took to becoming a successful soccer player. I tend to agree with David Epstein's conclusions in his book "Range" where he concluded that successful athletes, artists, musicians, inventors, forecasters and scientists, and most other fields, were generalists, not specialists. Generalists often find their path late, and they juggle many interests rather than focusing on one. They’re also more creative, more agile, and able to make connections their more specialized peers can’t see.
If you look at athletics, you will observe that he is correct in his observations. He uses the contrasting examples of Roger Federer and Tiger Woods to illustrate this point. Federer, explored various sports as a young athlete before focusing on tennis, which exemplifies the benefits of a broad background, while Woods, who specialized early in golf, represents the traditional "specialist" path.
Federer practiced and participated in skiing, wrestling, swimming, skateboarding, basketball, handball, table tennis, badminton, and soccer.
In my personal coaching and advising, I have found this to be true. Some of the best athletes, that I have ever encountered were generalists, who played in other sports and excelled in them. I have known All-American soccer players, in college, who also were All-Americans in the Decathlon and Heptathlon in track and field. They could run, jump, and throw objects very far, and were very good at it.
They did not specialize in one sport, instead they did several sports, which allowed them to also excel in soccer. I have also observed that world class cyclists, tend to also be world class speed skaters, and it is not unusual for these athletes to win Olympic medals in both sports. Eric Heiden is a good example of this. Yes, we remember that he won five gold medals at the Winter Olympics in speed skating, but he also was a world class cyclist, who rode in the Tour de France.
Epstein concluded that the generalists are going to be the ones who will eventually rule the world. So, my recommendation, is to become a generalist, and as you get closer to college, make a selection of either soccer, or your other strong sports to participate in.
To assist in your overall development, I would get out and play basketball, and run, jump and throw javelin, shot put and discus, in track and field. Take up other sports, lift weights and develop an overall generalist philosophy in developing a strong mind and body. I think becoming a generalist will, in the long term, assist you to reach your athletic goals, and make you into a better soccer player.
If you look at athletics, you will observe that he is correct in his observations. He uses the contrasting examples of Roger Federer and Tiger Woods to illustrate this point. Federer, explored various sports as a young athlete before focusing on tennis, which exemplifies the benefits of a broad background, while Woods, who specialized early in golf, represents the traditional "specialist" path.
Federer practiced and participated in skiing, wrestling, swimming, skateboarding, basketball, handball, table tennis, badminton, and soccer.
In my personal coaching and advising, I have found this to be true. Some of the best athletes, that I have ever encountered were generalists, who played in other sports and excelled in them. I have known All-American soccer players, in college, who also were All-Americans in the Decathlon and Heptathlon in track and field. They could run, jump, and throw objects very far, and were very good at it.
They did not specialize in one sport, instead they did several sports, which allowed them to also excel in soccer. I have also observed that world class cyclists, tend to also be world class speed skaters, and it is not unusual for these athletes to win Olympic medals in both sports. Eric Heiden is a good example of this. Yes, we remember that he won five gold medals at the Winter Olympics in speed skating, but he also was a world class cyclist, who rode in the Tour de France.
Epstein concluded that the generalists are going to be the ones who will eventually rule the world. So, my recommendation, is to become a generalist, and as you get closer to college, make a selection of either soccer, or your other strong sports to participate in.
To assist in your overall development, I would get out and play basketball, and run, jump and throw javelin, shot put and discus, in track and field. Take up other sports, lift weights and develop an overall generalist philosophy in developing a strong mind and body. I think becoming a generalist will, in the long term, assist you to reach your athletic goals, and make you into a better soccer player.
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Rocky,
I love your question and your big dreams!
My first advice is to not focus on becoming a "star" right away. While it's a great goal, it can be overwhelming. Instead, set small, achievable targets with clear deadlines, like scoring 10 out of 10 with your opposite foot from a specific distance.
Remember, the path to greatness involves a lot of trying and failing. Don't fear failure; it means you're learning and getting closer to success. You only lose if you give up, so keep going.
Also, balance your life outside of sports. Doing well in school and having good references will make it easier to excel in soccer or any sport at a high level.
Best of luck!
Sam
Create small, achievable, time constrained goals
I love your question and your big dreams!
My first advice is to not focus on becoming a "star" right away. While it's a great goal, it can be overwhelming. Instead, set small, achievable targets with clear deadlines, like scoring 10 out of 10 with your opposite foot from a specific distance.
Remember, the path to greatness involves a lot of trying and failing. Don't fear failure; it means you're learning and getting closer to success. You only lose if you give up, so keep going.
Also, balance your life outside of sports. Doing well in school and having good references will make it easier to excel in soccer or any sport at a high level.
Best of luck!
Sam
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James Constantine Frangos
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James Constantine’s Answer
Good Day Rocky!
The usual methods are in existence to increase your Soccer prowess by practicing. The sort of foods that you consume, determine your sports performance in a major way. We can start off with the first benefits of an eating plan replete in all of the nutrients.
That is hand-eye coordination [In soccer feet-eye coordination!]. Then there are the cardiovascular effects of very good food intakes for sport. Physical endurance is increased. Mood is improved, so is alertness. Psychological abilities like planning improve too.
The human body relies on 102 nutrients to function at peak performance. That is evidenced by the stark improvement in academic results eventuating
from nutritional repletion. The human brain is probably one of the most complex biochemical arrangements, which responds to the administration of nutrients
from foods.
Only 3% of students get accepted to study at Harvard University. What gets people in is a high GPA [Grade Point Average] OVER 4.
You can get academic results of 4.8 to 5.0 GPA, placing you in the top 1% to 5% of academic achievers. It is human empowerment with nutrition.
This form of nutritional manipulation can be done without pills. It is done by foods. It can elevate academic results to high distinctions [95%].
Similarly for work performance too. To get high Grade Point Averages and Perform Well at Work, we must adhere to the principles of very good nutritional intakes.
Nourish the Mind!
① No more than 2 hours between meals when studying or working. That ensures a steady supply of nutrients to the cerebellum.
② 33 milliliters per kilogram body weight per day water / green tea is an extremely powerful protective antioxidant.
③ Salads using vegetables like Artichokes, Asparagus, Aubergine, Bamboo shoots, Bean Sprouts, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Capsicum, Carrot,
Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Chard, Chilis, Chinese Veg Mix, Coffee, Collards, Courgettes, Cucumber, Dandelion, Endives, Garlic, Green beans, Herbal teas,
Herbs, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Marrow, Mushrooms, Okra, Onion, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radishes, Rocket, Soup made from these vegetables, Soy beans, Spices, Spinach,
Sprouts, Squash, Tea, Tomatoes, Tomato juice, Vegetable juice, Zucchini ad libitum.
These are not starchy, but have minerals like magnesium and potassium.
④ Use low glycemic index [GI under 55] carbohydrates up to 100 grams at a meal to ensure that the blood sugar is steady.
[breads, cereals, grains, pasta, fruit, legumes, starchy vegetables] Pumpernickel rye read is perfection like baked beans.
⑤ Use protein foods at each meal, 30 grams to 50 grams to supply amino acids to the brain, to make neurotransmitters.
[lean meat, poultry, crustaceans/fish/shellfish, egg, cheese, milk, yoghurt] Try vegetarian proteins too like peanut paste.
⑥ Approximately 25 grams lipids - highest polyphenol extra-virgin olive oil / olive oil spread / fish oil / cod liver oil.
[Better than Butter / Margarine].
SAMPLE MEAL: 1 SANDWICH MADE WITH BLACK PUMPERNICKEL RYE BREAD, RED SALMON, OLIVE OIL SPREAD, SALAD, BLACK OLIVES MINUS SEEDS; 2 CUPS OF GREEN TEA NO SUGAR.
REFERENCES:-
#1 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27277565/ [Shearer J, Graham TE, Skinner TL. Nutra-ergonomics: influence of nutrition on physical employment standards
and the health of workers. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2016 Jun;41(6 Suppl 2):S165-74. doi: 10.1139/apnm-2015-0531. PMID: 27277565.]
#2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30724091/ [Fernandez MA, Marquis M, Desroches S, Turcotte M, Provencher V. Full-Time Employment, Diet Quality,
and Food Skills of Canadian Parents. Can J Diet Pract Res. 2019 Jun 1;80(2):63-71. doi: 10.3148/cjdpr-2018-041. Epub 2019 Feb 7. PMID: 30724091.]
#3 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30602349/ [Tanaka R, Tsuji M, Tsuchiya T, Kawamoto T. Association Between Work-Related Factors and Diet:
A Review of the Literature. Workplace Health Saf. 2019 Mar;67(3):137-145. doi: 10.1177/2165079918812481. Epub 2019 Jan 2. PMID: 30602349.]
#4 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31830955/ [Grimani A, Aboagye E, Kwak L. The effectiveness of workplace nutrition and physical activity
interventions in improving productivity, work performance and workability: a systematic review. BMC Public Health. 2019 Dec 12;19(1):1676.
doi: 10.1186/s12889-019-8033-1. PMID: 31830955; PMCID: PMC6909496.]
#5 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31560414/ [Kuehnl A, Seubert C, Rehfuess E, von Elm E, Nowak D, Glaser J. Human resource management training
of supervisors for improving health and well-being of employees. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Sep 25;9(9):CD010905.
doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD010905.pub2. PMID: 31560414; PMCID: PMC6764461.]
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GOD BLESS!
The usual methods are in existence to increase your Soccer prowess by practicing. The sort of foods that you consume, determine your sports performance in a major way. We can start off with the first benefits of an eating plan replete in all of the nutrients.
That is hand-eye coordination [In soccer feet-eye coordination!]. Then there are the cardiovascular effects of very good food intakes for sport. Physical endurance is increased. Mood is improved, so is alertness. Psychological abilities like planning improve too.
The human body relies on 102 nutrients to function at peak performance. That is evidenced by the stark improvement in academic results eventuating
from nutritional repletion. The human brain is probably one of the most complex biochemical arrangements, which responds to the administration of nutrients
from foods.
Only 3% of students get accepted to study at Harvard University. What gets people in is a high GPA [Grade Point Average] OVER 4.
You can get academic results of 4.8 to 5.0 GPA, placing you in the top 1% to 5% of academic achievers. It is human empowerment with nutrition.
This form of nutritional manipulation can be done without pills. It is done by foods. It can elevate academic results to high distinctions [95%].
Similarly for work performance too. To get high Grade Point Averages and Perform Well at Work, we must adhere to the principles of very good nutritional intakes.
Nourish the Mind!
① No more than 2 hours between meals when studying or working. That ensures a steady supply of nutrients to the cerebellum.
② 33 milliliters per kilogram body weight per day water / green tea is an extremely powerful protective antioxidant.
③ Salads using vegetables like Artichokes, Asparagus, Aubergine, Bamboo shoots, Bean Sprouts, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Capsicum, Carrot,
Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Chard, Chilis, Chinese Veg Mix, Coffee, Collards, Courgettes, Cucumber, Dandelion, Endives, Garlic, Green beans, Herbal teas,
Herbs, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Marrow, Mushrooms, Okra, Onion, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radishes, Rocket, Soup made from these vegetables, Soy beans, Spices, Spinach,
Sprouts, Squash, Tea, Tomatoes, Tomato juice, Vegetable juice, Zucchini ad libitum.
These are not starchy, but have minerals like magnesium and potassium.
④ Use low glycemic index [GI under 55] carbohydrates up to 100 grams at a meal to ensure that the blood sugar is steady.
[breads, cereals, grains, pasta, fruit, legumes, starchy vegetables] Pumpernickel rye read is perfection like baked beans.
⑤ Use protein foods at each meal, 30 grams to 50 grams to supply amino acids to the brain, to make neurotransmitters.
[lean meat, poultry, crustaceans/fish/shellfish, egg, cheese, milk, yoghurt] Try vegetarian proteins too like peanut paste.
⑥ Approximately 25 grams lipids - highest polyphenol extra-virgin olive oil / olive oil spread / fish oil / cod liver oil.
[Better than Butter / Margarine].
SAMPLE MEAL: 1 SANDWICH MADE WITH BLACK PUMPERNICKEL RYE BREAD, RED SALMON, OLIVE OIL SPREAD, SALAD, BLACK OLIVES MINUS SEEDS; 2 CUPS OF GREEN TEA NO SUGAR.
REFERENCES:-
#1 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27277565/ [Shearer J, Graham TE, Skinner TL. Nutra-ergonomics: influence of nutrition on physical employment standards
and the health of workers. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2016 Jun;41(6 Suppl 2):S165-74. doi: 10.1139/apnm-2015-0531. PMID: 27277565.]
#2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30724091/ [Fernandez MA, Marquis M, Desroches S, Turcotte M, Provencher V. Full-Time Employment, Diet Quality,
and Food Skills of Canadian Parents. Can J Diet Pract Res. 2019 Jun 1;80(2):63-71. doi: 10.3148/cjdpr-2018-041. Epub 2019 Feb 7. PMID: 30724091.]
#3 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30602349/ [Tanaka R, Tsuji M, Tsuchiya T, Kawamoto T. Association Between Work-Related Factors and Diet:
A Review of the Literature. Workplace Health Saf. 2019 Mar;67(3):137-145. doi: 10.1177/2165079918812481. Epub 2019 Jan 2. PMID: 30602349.]
#4 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31830955/ [Grimani A, Aboagye E, Kwak L. The effectiveness of workplace nutrition and physical activity
interventions in improving productivity, work performance and workability: a systematic review. BMC Public Health. 2019 Dec 12;19(1):1676.
doi: 10.1186/s12889-019-8033-1. PMID: 31830955; PMCID: PMC6909496.]
#5 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31560414/ [Kuehnl A, Seubert C, Rehfuess E, von Elm E, Nowak D, Glaser J. Human resource management training
of supervisors for improving health and well-being of employees. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Sep 25;9(9):CD010905.
doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD010905.pub2. PMID: 31560414; PMCID: PMC6764461.]
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GOD BLESS!
Opal Warren
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Opal’s Answer
Stay confident and give it your all! Even if things don't go perfectly, remember that mistakes help us learn and grow.
Your advice was so helpful!
Rocky
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