5 Winter Training Essentials Every Player Needs
We’re now well and truly in the grip of winter, and if you’re a football player or coach now is the time to stock up on those cold season training essentials.
Winter brings with it a set of unique challenges, making training sessions difficult if you don’t have the right equipment. Here we go over exactly what you need for those cold weather training sessions, to ensure you’re fully prepared.
High-Vis Bibs
With days getting shorter and visibility becoming poorer, if lighting isn’t great on the training pitch then it can be difficult for players to see one another in evening sessions.
High-visibility training bibs help counter this, ensuring that players remain easily identifiable despite the low-light conditions. These fluorescent bibs not only help players spot each other to make successful passes but they also enhance safety
Gloves
If it’s bitterly cold then this can be extremely uncomfortable for your hands. Gloves act as a defence against the cold, keeping players’ hands warm and functional during drills and exercises.
When it comes to choosing some gloves, go for lightweight, thermal gloves that provide insulation. Trust us, your fingers will thank you on those particularly cold evenings!
Snoods
Snoods are a relatively new phenomenon in the world of football, most commonly worn by South American players who aren’t usually accustomed to such bitter temperatures!
As the temperatures start to plummet, investing in a snood is a smart way to fend off the cold. These versatile neck warmers shield players from the biting icy chill, and they can even be pulled up over the face to keep players warm and cosy on the field!
Base Layers
Hidden beneath your shirt, base layers act as a secret weapon, protecting you from the chilly winter weather. By trapping warmth inside, these thermal undergarments act as a second skin, retaining heat and wicking away sweat to keep players dry and warm throughout their training sessions.
Firm-Ground Football Boots
Many football players have just one pair of boots. But if you can afford a second pair then owning soft-ground and hard-ground boots will make a huge difference to your training sessions and matchday performances.
In winter, pitches can become frosted and hard. Firm-ground football boots with longer studs provide more traction and stability to help keep players balanced and prevent injuries.
So those are the main bits of kit footballers need in winter. As you can see, the majority of these are simply to help you keep warm, although cones can also ensure players spot one another, while firm-ground boots will provide additional balance and ensure players get rough traction in their training sessions.
We stock many of the above items, so if you’re looking to up your game in your winter training sessions, then you’re in the right place!