{"id":25657,"date":"2017-03-14T13:50:44","date_gmt":"2017-03-14T12:50:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muninsports.com\/improve-goalkeeping-reflexes-m-station-rebounde\/"},"modified":"2017-11-02T12:31:35","modified_gmt":"2017-11-02T11:31:35","slug":"improve-goalkeeping-reflexes-m-station-rebounder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/old.muninsports.com\/us\/improve-goalkeeping-reflexes-m-station-rebounder\/","title":{"rendered":"Improve your goalkeeping reflexes with the m-station rebounder"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get started with the m-station rebounder and become the goalkeeper you always wanted to be. Improve your reflexes as a goalkeeper through these drills to channel your inner Manuel Neuer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>REACH NEXT-LEVEL GOALKEEPING WITH ENHANCED REFLEXES<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goalkeeping takes reflexes, handling, aerial skills, positioning, anticipation, determination, and a large amount of courage. No one masters all these skills, but you should always seek to improve on every single one of them &#8211; especially reflexes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To improve your reflexes, always be on the tip of your toes; it is significantly easier to keep the ball out of the goal if you are always ready to jump or change direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>WATCH VIDEO:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/old.muninsports.com\/us\/goalkeeper-training-with-m-station-in-arsenal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Goalkeeper training with m-station in Arsenal<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2><b>1. CLOSE-UP SHOT BLOCKING<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/avPJRojOQQg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" gesture=\"media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>A goalkeeper relies heavily on the ability to stop shots. Good positioning is important, but strong reflexes are usually referred to as a keeper\u2019s most critical tool. Immediate reactions are crucial in any competitive game. Start this drill off with your back to the rebounder.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> With your back to the net, bend over and throw the ball toward the net between your legs<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Immediately turn around while maintaining your balance and keeping your hands in front of you<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Catch the ball while trying to keep your body well behind it<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat and keep trying to find the perfect balance when you make the turn in Step 2.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty: 3 out of 3<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3>WE RECOMMEND:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/old.muninsports.com\/us\/kasper-schmeichel-shot-stopping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kasper Schmeichel: Shot-stopping<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2><b>2. AERIAL DIVE AND CATCH<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yc_Czu8hkGA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" gesture=\"media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><i><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having the right technique for aerial diving and catching can make the difference between a save and a goal. Having the right stance and jumping with the right movement is essential for all goalkeepers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start this drill by making a pass to the rebounder. \u00a0The intensity with which you pass the ball will determine the intensity of this drill.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Place your weight on the front of your feet and keep your hands in front of you<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Allow the ball to bounce off the net and prepare to jump wherever the ball may return<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Determine where the ball is returning, leap in that direction, and reach for the ball with both hands<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> The foot closest to the ball should point diagonal-forward as you jump<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Try to move slightly forward as you leap for the ball<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to practice leaping in both directions. \u00a0Technique is key in this drill. \u00a0Before you increase the intensity, make sure that you can execute the drill correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty: 2 out of 3<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3>ALSO SEE:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/old.muninsports.com\/us\/enhance-your-goalkeeping-skills-with-the-m-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enhance your goalkeeping skills with the m-station<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2><b>3. DIVE AND TIP<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Sr2m6YBdQjA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" gesture=\"media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being able to dive and save the ball with proper technique is important not only for winning matches, but also for ensuring your safety. Avoid getting hurt and prevent goals and dangerous rebounds with this drill. Start by playing the ball to the rebounder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Place your weight on the front of your feet and keep your hands in front of you<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> When you dive for the ball, drag the hand closest to the ball along the ground<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> The foot closest to the ball should be facing diagonal-forward<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Try to move slightly forward as you leap for the ball<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Punch or tip the ball away, directing it between the goal line and the cone<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to practice stopping shots from different angles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty: 2 out of 3<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking to improve your goalkeeping reflexes even further, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLC9AqUfyEkrZTA6soSZYD5DRMMqmxZgvM\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">YouTube channel<\/span> <\/a>to find more drills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get started with the m-station rebounder and become the goalkeeper you always wanted to be. 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