Pacey Performance Podcast

Strength and power training and testing for goalkeepers with Yoeri Pegel


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In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob and Yoeri Pegel discuss the unique challenges and demands faced by goalkeepers in modern football, particularly in the context of Yoeri's transition from Ajax to San Diego FC. They explore the specialized training required for goalkeepers, the evolving role of goalkeepers in the game, and the importance of tailored strength and conditioning programs. The discussion also touches on the testing and monitoring of goalkeeper performance, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of their physical demands and the future of goalkeeper training.

In this conversation, Yoeri discusses the intricacies of training and testing for goalkeepers, focusing on lateral movement, physical capacities, and the differences in training compared to outfield players. He emphasizes the importance of profiling athletes to tailor training programs effectively, the significance of frontal plane strength, and the role of plyometrics in goalkeeper performance. Yoeri also shares his future aspirations for developing assessment methods and training techniques for goalkeepers.

Main talking points:

  • Goalkeeper training is often less specialized in strength and conditioning compared to outfield players.
  • Plyometrics should be integrated into goalkeeper training.
  • Assessing upper extremity strength is important for goalkeepers.
  • Training should be periodized based on practice demands.
  • Deep tier plyometrics can enhance force production at speed.
  • Lateral jump capacity is crucial for goalkeepers' performance.
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