Diary entry from the Greys on their second day of seclusion: exercising at the gym, relaxing by the pool, and practicing on the field
Alessandria Calcio FC's Second Day of Preparation: Muscular Activation, Strength, and Technical Sessions
After a productive first day, Alessandria Calcio FC moved to the next phase of their pre-season training on the second day. The focus was on muscular activation, strength and endurance, and technical sessions.
The morning athletic preparation took place at the My Trainers Club sports center. A technical briefing was held to define the objectives and focus of the session. The morning training session continued with a double targeted intervention, focusing on muscular activation.
During this phase, dynamic warm-up exercises were conducted to activate key muscle groups. These exercises included plyometric drills, mobility work, and light sprint drills, all aimed at preparing the muscles and joints for the intense training ahead.
In the afternoon, the team conducted a technical session at Centogrigio. The session was divided into two parts. In the first part, exercises focused on stretching and postural correction, ensuring the players were ready for the physical demands of the game.
The synergy between Alessandria's technical staff and My Trainers Club continues to demonstrate an integrated and professional approach to athletic preparation. Filippo Rossini, collaborating with Alessandria's staff throughout the session, played a crucial role in this collaborative effort.
In the weight room, players performed specific circuits with machines, designed to improve strength and endurance. The circuits were carefully planned to ensure the players were building both muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness.
The pool session, a fundamental activity at this early stage of the season, followed. This session aimed to facilitate recovery and develop motor skills with reduced joint stress. In the pool, emphasis was placed on gait and muscular adaptation, preparing the players for the rigours of the upcoming matches.
The afternoon session included an athletic part, small-sided games, and exercises to start getting familiar with schemes and blend all elements. These activities are essential for injury prevention and preparing the body for the subsequent workload.
The intervention was divided into two groups that swapped after 45 minutes, ensuring all players received adequate rest and recovery time.
While no official club communications or training reports detailing Alessandria's exact second-day training program were found, this reconstruction is based on typical football pre-season training patterns. For precise, source-based details, official club communications or training reports from Alessandria’s official media or verified social media accounts would be the most reliable sources.
- The afternoon session, aimed at injury prevention and readying the body for the upcoming workload, included small-sided games and exercises to start getting familiar with schemes and blend all elements, contributing to the overall fitness-and-exercise and health-and-wellness of the team.
- During the pool session, a fundamental activity at this early stage of the season, gait and muscular adaptation were emphasized, aiming to facilitate recovery and develop motor skills with reduced joint stress, thereby promoting the average physical fitness and performance of the players.
- The weight room sessions were designed to improve strength and endurance, as players performed specific circuits with machines, aligning with the principles of science and supporting the team's sports and fitness-and-exercise goals.
