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Permalink Reply by Jimmy Lamour on -
Think Performance over weights. Reach out to people like LeCharles and master the technique of being a well rounded lineman. I commend you for wanting to better yourself. Study a lot of game film. If you want a better idea of the type of training I recommend read our "Starter Guide to Youth Fitness" at http://www.fastyouthathlete.com Thanks.
Jimmy
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on -
Thanks man I appreciate the reply
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Permalink Reply by Jimmy Lamour on
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No Problem. You have some good size for your age. Do you have some footage to upload so we can see your footwork.
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on
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I am working on that for this season. I have a few short clips but for this upcoming season I just a bought a new camcorder. So I am planning on making a highlight tape.
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Permalink Reply by Matt Sheridan on -
For a 15 yr old you have good size - doesn't seem to be an issue. Offensive lineman - contrary to popular opinion - need to be the best athletes on the field. Moving in all directions with balance and agility while maintaining the ability to pull the trigger on a block or punch. It is said that o-line is like playing in a phonebooth - you never want to have your hands reach too far outside the scope of your shoulders - then you end up lunging and reaching and inevitably see a brightly colored flag appear! You've gotta move your feet to adjust to the defender - a direct parallel to playing D in basketball. I would recommend playing basketball to work on your feet and body position (avoid going in for rebounds too much as it's an easy way to roll/break an ankle). Also flexibility is huge - especially in the hips where all your power is generated. Hopefully you're comfortable enough to pursue some yoga or pilates - there;s many pros out there that swear by it. Hope this helps.
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on
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Thanks Matt I appreciate the input. It is something that I have been working on. I have slimmed down now at 280 6'4 I can see a huge difference in my footwork in the past 2 seasons. And I have actually just signed up for a yoga class I start tomorrow
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on
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Finally got a highlight film together. Take a look let me know the good and the bad.
This is my junior year.
Thanks
Tommy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRhvuVDrTpc
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Permalink Reply by Jesse Duvuvei on -
definetly need to work on speed and how fast you get off the ball.
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on
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I agree with that with the open field part. But with the off the ball part ive always been told that I am quick off the ball so that is a suprise to me
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Permalink Reply by Taylor Boggs on -
felt like u fired off the ball pretty good! remember to continue to run ur feet through the initial contact. if i were you i would focus on my overall body composition (less body fat!!!!!) this will help ur overall performance and especially ur agility when u play in space.
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Permalink Reply by Jimmy Lamour on
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What is your boy fat % and your 1 rep max in the squat or deadlift? I think until you address the strength foundation of at least being able to squat 1.5 times your body weight and trying to keep your body fat at a decent level you will not perform at your best. The speed work will just not be as effective.
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Permalink Reply by Anastasios Tommy Kanichis on
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As for body fat percentage im not to sure I havent had that done yet. Max squat was 460 deadlift I havent done in the longest time do to a lower back injury.
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