I'm going to be a freshman next year and I wanted to know how heavy you think I should be to be a Running back in High School. And are there any tips to help me to play better or any certain exercises that build muscle easily.
2007-02-12 13:18:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Football (American)
I'm going to be a freshman next year and I wanted to know how heavy you think I should be to be a Running back in High School. And are there any tips to help me to play better or any certain exercises that build muscle easily. Both of my parents are short so I'll probably only be 5'6'' by then. Im the fastest kid at school right now so I don't want to be to much heavier or I'll be slow.
2007-02-12 13:28:28 · update #1
i assume you'll have a growth spurt in hs and hopefully grow quite a few more inches.
Proportionally to your height your weight isn't a problem. You dont want to be 140 pounds and still be 5'3 cause you'd be overweight and slow.
but there are two types of RB in the world, strength and speed. Your best bet in Highschool is speed, since there are so many trick plays and most people on the defense end will be slower than you will be.
so just condition and run cut plays.
2007-02-12 13:22:28 · answer #1 · answered by clayfu 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As a freshman in H.S. I played RB at 5'6", 138 lb. I wasn't the starter but I was one of the fastest guys as you said you are. As a freshman if I were you, I would obviously work on your cuts and your agility/acceleration, work on holding the ball and bouncing back after tackles, and also work on returning punts/kicks. That's actually how I made the Varsity was my return abilities...in other words, I wouldn't worry to much about your weight as long as your strong enough to take a hit from a 260 lb Defensive Tackle and not be broken in half. Focus more on your skills so that you have more to bring to the table. And as the guy said earlier...go talk to a dietician they will give you the best answer around.
2007-02-13 08:43:35 · answer #2 · answered by Aaron V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The nice thing about being that height is that you have a low center of gravity, meaning it is harder to knock you down compared to the 6'0" rb. There usually is a freshman team at high schools so that should get you prepared knowing the basics (assuming that you haven't played pop warner or equivalent). Lifting weights is the best to prepare but don't over do it since it might hinder your growth. The most important thing is having leg strength (so leg curls and squats would work the best for your quads).
A good weight to start out at is about 130. The main reason for that is at your weight you might be prone to injury.
2007-02-12 13:36:14 · answer #3 · answered by Richard M 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
since you're young, you'll probably grow a lot soon. maybe put on about 60 lbs and a few inches and you'll be of good size. our running back, marcus mathis is going to play d2 ball at midwestern state. we're in north texas, the best high school football state in the country and he churned out over 1600 yards and 17 tds this year against the best competition in the state so you don't have to bee really really big. drills you could do are cone drills, endurance drills, sprints, weight lifting. to work on your skills, just practice catching and watching film. coaches also love if you can pick up blitzes too. good luck man.
2007-02-15 09:48:22 · answer #4 · answered by cowboys fan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All you need do is work hard. I know this because I'm a all-district linebacker who is bound for scholarship. Work real hard in the weight room and you will get bigger and faster. 160-175 is respectable weight if you grow to 5'6. Also eat 5 times a day and get 8 hours of sleep everyday. I bench 325lbs and squat 550lbs, and I all did was listen to the coaches and worked hard.
2007-02-12 13:44:55 · answer #5 · answered by linebacker45 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hope you add a couple inches by the time you hit varsity. How big is your school if youre the fastest, and whats your 40 time? Strengthen your core, and legs thats where the majority of your running power comes from. Learn to be explosive and dont be a ***** when you run the ball hit the hole hard.
2007-02-13 01:36:58 · answer #6 · answered by That Guy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk with your coaches, tell them you are quick, show them you have speed and tell them you want to be THE running back on the team. They will let you know what to do as far as bulking up. In the meantime checkout Nike Gridiron. It has gear, equipment and exercises that the pro's use to keep in top shape and sharpen their football skills with training videos to go along with it.
2007-02-12 13:47:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have alot of work to do, let's hope you grow taller and put in atleast 30 pounds
2007-02-12 13:26:29 · answer #8 · answered by Audi11 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Eat starchy food, but work out with it so that it don't just turn to fat. And make sure not to gain too much that it affect your speed.
2007-02-13 06:12:12 · answer #9 · answered by carlhale 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best option is to get with that schools coach and discuss with him what your aim is. Also talk to players present and past as to what they did to excell in that position.
There are no short cuts. Have a willingless to learn and the desire to excell, everything will take care of itself. I wish you well in your quest.
2007-02-12 13:28:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋