
Activity Planner
Jumping - Gear Change
Hurling / Football — Fitness Exercise
This exercise to develop running skills is generally suitable for players of
4-6 years
Organisation
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Jog on the sport at a moderate pace; jog on the balls of the feet
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On a signal from the coach change gears, gradually moving the feet quicker and quicker
Key Points
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Keeping the head up and the back straight
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Synchronise arm and leg movement, i.e, lift the right knee and left arm simultaneously and vice versa
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Keep the feet as close to the ground as possible and move the arms as quickly as your feet to maintain balance
Equipment
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An inventory of equipment to support ABC exercises is available in the Resources section