There are not many certainties in club cricket, especially when it comes to making runs and taking wickets. However, one thing you can be sure of is that the fitter you are, the better you will perform on the pitch at the weekend.
Cricket fitness, though, can a complicated and difficult subject. You just have to look at the hundreds of personal trainers, fitness books and strange looking equipment available to know it's a confusing world.
I'm here to unpick the facts from snake oil so you don't waste a moment of your precious time on useless training.
Plus you get the added benefit of feeling and looking good.
So here is the complete course on cricket fitness, including drills:
posted by Why you need your batting legs on 13 Dec 06 at 10:21
[...] One of the critical elements in a batsman’s fitness development is the strength of his legs. [...]
posted by The link between olympic rings and cricket on 15 Dec 06 at 16:48
[...] On top of this, rings are a very tough workout. This means you would be much fitter than everyone else on the field giving you a major advantage (and also not a solution for beginners). [...]
posted by 5 Ways to lose weight in time for the cricket season on 06 Jan 07 at 09:11
[...] Lift weights. Strength training reduces your risk of injury on the cricket pitch, makes you a more powerful player and boosts your metabolism far more than sitting on a stationary bike. It’s a great time to start working on your strength for the start of the season and if you weight train 3 times a week the fat will come off in plenty of time for April. [...]
posted by Jakob on 25 Jul 07 at 18:05
This is exactly what I expected to find out after reading the title omplete guide to cricket fitness : Play Better Cricket - Harrowdrive.com. Thanks for informative article
posted by How your club team can get more run outs : Play Better Crick on 30 Jul 07 at 09:04
[...] ensure players are working on their running speed, agility and throwing power as part of their fitness training. Players who have the confidence of being fast and throwing well are less likely to snap under a [...]
posted by ANIL MITTAL on 01 Aug 07 at 23:34
This web site has everything in detail, i am happy to note that such web site every coach should read and get themself updated to the new ways of training. I really appreciate the efforts put by you people to get us to know new ways of coaching.
THANKS and GOD BLESS
posted by David Hinchliffe on 02 Aug 07 at 05:18
Thanks Anil, I hope it helps you play better cricket
posted by Jeremy Reeves on 16 Nov 07 at 22:37
Wow, that's a bunch of great resources!
I don't play cricket, but you lay out some good basic fitness and nutrition tips that would be good for almost anyone looking to do a different workout.
You could probably bunch that all together into an e-book and sell it to cricket players!
Jeremy
http://www.fitness-made-fun.com
posted by David Hinchliffe on 17 Nov 07 at 07:35
Thanks Jeremy, I think that's a result of basing my advice on universal principles not quick fix gimmicks.
posted by Tash on 19 Nov 07 at 17:33
Hi, i am looking for a cricket fitness trainers to work with our team this winter and summer. Need somebody 1 to 2 days a week. Ilford Cricket club essex area.
Plesaew could you help locate someone or put me in the right direction.
Thanks
posted by David Hinchliffe on 19 Nov 07 at 20:16
I have mailed you Tash :)
posted by liam on 22 Nov 07 at 10:40
does ne1 no the macronutrients and the mirconutrients u need for cricket??
posted by David Hinchliffe on 23 Nov 07 at 07:26
Liam - the glib answer is: All of them! Are we discussing macronutrient ratios though?
posted by Liam on 25 Nov 07 at 00:01
no i just need to know which 1s u need for my college nutrition assignment and also for my cricket
posted by David Hinchliffe on 25 Nov 07 at 07:36
Well, you really do need them all. Macronutrients are protein, carbohydrate and fat. You need all three for different reasons.
There are many more micronutrients. Drop me an email with the question if you like. www.pitchvision.com/contact
posted by Liam on 25 Nov 07 at 20:04
thx
posted by liam dowse on 17 Dec 07 at 09:34
what are the reasons we need the macronutrients for cricket and which micronutrients are needed for cricket?
posted by David Hinchliffe on 17 Dec 07 at 10:41
Have you not already asked me this Liam?
posted by liam dowse on 18 Dec 07 at 11:24
no i need the reason y we need the macronutrients i asked wat they r n i also need the micronutrients we need and why we need them
posted by David Hinchliffe on 18 Dec 07 at 11:41
I'm not sure what you are driving at Liam. Can you email me with the exact question please? I'll take a look properly then.
posted by The scientific way to burn fat without losing strength : Pla on 03 Jan 08 at 15:17
[...] Heck, even this site contributes to the noise by offering you a dizzying array of tips and tricks to improve your cricket fitness. [...]
posted by krishna on 05 Feb 08 at 15:15
Hello.Iam 21 years old and desperately want to become a fast bowler.till now i have not undertaken any coaching.please tell how to improve my fitness for fast bowling and if i join coaching now will i be able to become a good bowler
posted by krishna on 07 Feb 08 at 18:17
please reply to my query
posted by David Hinchliffe on 08 Feb 08 at 06:47
Well krishna, you could try reading the posts listed above?
posted by The 4 levels of cricket preparation: Part 2 : Cricket coachi on 07 Mar 08 at 06:51
[...] trains for fitness at least 3 times a week and knows the importance of strength training. He might use the gym weights, his own set at home or train with bodyweight. He is not afraid of [...]
posted by Nathaniel Tsolo on 02 Apr 08 at 13:17
I'm looking for new ideas with regards to a winter fitness programme for u/15 cricketers. We train once a week,starting in July with fitness testing and training and we only start with the skills training in September.
Please advise!
posted by David Hinchliffe on 02 Apr 08 at 14:02
Nathaniel, drop me an email with the details.
posted by shivaprakash S on 07 Jun 08 at 10:22
sir,
please sent the different types cricketing shots of verious players photos
thanking you
yours
shivaprakash
posted by shivaprakash S on 07 Jun 08 at 10:30
sir,
bcoz my coaching camp small city in dharwad state: karnatak(india)i m creating small software in cricket coaching camps bcoz i want to different types of players photos and there shots.
posted by vogjittee on 03 Oct 08 at 04:26
Where?
tell me pls LaurienGirvenqdv683@live.com
posted by coach on 09 Oct 08 at 14:45
Player assessment question. Example: - How do you assess an U 19 opening batsman ( slightly heavy kid but excellent skills) who consistently scores runs in his age group in competitive cricket? He has great temperament and bats long hours since under 15 days. And he does well in fitness tests and is a strong lad. But some people get the impression that he is slow between wickets, but the guy continues to get runs and is a decent fielder. Are we going wrong in the assessment of players with this stereotype that a player must be slim to succeed at the next level? What is the ultimate tool for measuring a batsman? Runs right?
posted by jezza on 01 Nov 08 at 09:16
to the guy above
just becuz hes a bit heavy doesnt mean nothin. imagine wat he could do if he muscled up and toned down. I was a bit overweigt, not much but enough to hold me bak,last season, before i started playing rugby league. But wat i have learnt is just run. plain and simple.
good luck in the future
jeremy
[...] One of the critical elements in a batsman’s fitness development is the strength of his legs. [...]
[...] On top of this, rings are a very tough workout. This means you would be much fitter than everyone else on the field giving you a major advantage (and also not a solution for beginners). [...]
[...] Lift weights. Strength training reduces your risk of injury on the cricket pitch, makes you a more powerful player and boosts your metabolism far more than sitting on a stationary bike. It’s a great time to start working on your strength for the start of the season and if you weight train 3 times a week the fat will come off in plenty of time for April. [...]
This is exactly what I expected to find out after reading the title omplete guide to cricket fitness : Play Better Cricket - Harrowdrive.com. Thanks for informative article
[...] ensure players are working on their running speed, agility and throwing power as part of their fitness training. Players who have the confidence of being fast and throwing well are less likely to snap under a [...]
This web site has everything in detail, i am happy to note that such web site every coach should read and get themself updated to the new ways of training. I really appreciate the efforts put by you people to get us to know new ways of coaching.
THANKS and GOD BLESS
Thanks Anil, I hope it helps you play better cricket
Wow, that's a bunch of great resources!
I don't play cricket, but you lay out some good basic fitness and nutrition tips that would be good for almost anyone looking to do a different workout.
You could probably bunch that all together into an e-book and sell it to cricket players!
Jeremy
http://www.fitness-made-fun.com
Thanks Jeremy, I think that's a result of basing my advice on universal principles not quick fix gimmicks.
Hi, i am looking for a cricket fitness trainers to work with our team this winter and summer. Need somebody 1 to 2 days a week. Ilford Cricket club essex area.
Plesaew could you help locate someone or put me in the right direction.
Thanks
I have mailed you Tash :)
does ne1 no the macronutrients and the mirconutrients u need for cricket??
Liam - the glib answer is: All of them! Are we discussing macronutrient ratios though?
no i just need to know which 1s u need for my college nutrition assignment and also for my cricket
Well, you really do need them all. Macronutrients are protein, carbohydrate and fat. You need all three for different reasons.
There are many more micronutrients. Drop me an email with the question if you like. www.pitchvision.com/contact
thx
what are the reasons we need the macronutrients for cricket and which micronutrients are needed for cricket?
Have you not already asked me this Liam?
no i need the reason y we need the macronutrients i asked wat they r n i also need the micronutrients we need and why we need them
I'm not sure what you are driving at Liam. Can you email me with the exact question please? I'll take a look properly then.
[...] Heck, even this site contributes to the noise by offering you a dizzying array of tips and tricks to improve your cricket fitness. [...]
Hello.Iam 21 years old and desperately want to become a fast bowler.till now i have not undertaken any coaching.please tell how to improve my fitness for fast bowling and if i join coaching now will i be able to become a good bowler
please reply to my query
Well krishna, you could try reading the posts listed above?
[...] trains for fitness at least 3 times a week and knows the importance of strength training. He might use the gym weights, his own set at home or train with bodyweight. He is not afraid of [...]
I'm looking for new ideas with regards to a winter fitness programme for u/15 cricketers. We train once a week,starting in July with fitness testing and training and we only start with the skills training in September.
Please advise!
Nathaniel, drop me an email with the details.
sir,
please sent the different types cricketing shots of verious players photos
thanking you
yours
shivaprakash
sir,
bcoz my coaching camp small city in dharwad state: karnatak(india)i m creating small software in cricket coaching camps bcoz i want to different types of players photos and there shots.
Where?
tell me pls LaurienGirvenqdv683@live.com
Player assessment question. Example: - How do you assess an U 19 opening batsman ( slightly heavy kid but excellent skills) who consistently scores runs in his age group in competitive cricket? He has great temperament and bats long hours since under 15 days. And he does well in fitness tests and is a strong lad. But some people get the impression that he is slow between wickets, but the guy continues to get runs and is a decent fielder. Are we going wrong in the assessment of players with this stereotype that a player must be slim to succeed at the next level? What is the ultimate tool for measuring a batsman? Runs right?
to the guy above
just becuz hes a bit heavy doesnt mean nothin. imagine wat he could do if he muscled up and toned down. I was a bit overweigt, not much but enough to hold me bak,last season, before i started playing rugby league. But wat i have learnt is just run. plain and simple.
good luck in the future
jeremy