Inside Football - The art and science of goalkicking

Which is a more difficult set shot at goal; directly in front at 50m out or from 30m at a 45 degree angle? The answer may surprise you. Everyone has something to say about goalkicking accuracy in the AFL and the generally held belief is that accuracy is on the decline. This article addresses these questions and features expert advice on great kicking technique, the importance of mental preparation and how sport science is playing a crucial role in the development of this skill.

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This article originally featured in the December 21, 2011 issue of Inside Football Magazine.

Performance Recovery at the AIS

Performance recovery at the Australian Institute of Sport is an essential part of an athlete's training regime. The Performance Recovery Centre has grown from a division of AIS Physiology to a department in its own right over the past 9 years. Headed up by Dr. Shona Halson, Performance Recovery at the AIS is focused on three key recovery strategies. Dr. Halson and her team address athlete recovery between training and competition events, as well as recovery from injury, seeing Australia as an international leader in this field.


http://www.ausport.gov.au/ais/innovation/news/story_466000_performance_recovery_at_the_australian_institute_of_sport

This article was originally published on the Australian Institute of Sport Website on December 2nd, 2011.