{"id":16725,"date":"2025-08-18T16:26:57","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T16:26:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sistersnsport.com\/coaching\/?p=16725"},"modified":"2025-09-02T16:27:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T16:27:11","slug":"netball-season-prep-fitness-kit-and-mindset-tips-for-girls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sistersnsport.com\/coaching\/2025\/08\/18\/netball-season-prep-fitness-kit-and-mindset-tips-for-girls\/","title":{"rendered":"Netball Season Prep: Fitness, Kit And Mindset Tips For Girls"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The summer is winding down and soon youngsters will be going back to school. The holidays seem to have flown by, and in no time the netball season will be gearing up a notch. Now is a great time to do some preparation so you can feel confident and on top of your game.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step up the fitness<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve had a break from your usual sport and fitness routine during the summer, start easing yourself back in with some light cardio such as skipping, cycling, or jogging. Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/fitness-exercise\/at-home-workouts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">simple bodyweight exercises<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as squats and lunges will also boost your strength and balance, helping to improve your agility and endurance and reducing injury risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your kit fits<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve outgrown your current <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sistersnsport.com\/coaching\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">junior netball kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s the perfect excuse to stock up with some fresh gear. Comfortable stretchy items such as leggings and vests will allow you to move freely on court, while a well-fitting pair of supportive trainers will protect growing feet and help you to perform at your best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice some simple moves<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve got access to outside space, it\u2019s a good idea to practice some basic drills such as passing a ball (against a wall if you can\u2019t recruit any team mates) and shooting at a target. 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