Netball is a tough sport at all levels. It is physically demanding on the body’s muscles, joints and energy systems. Feet, ankles and knees can suffer from jumping and landing. There is the potential for injury, which may lead to reduced playing time or an early end to the netball season. Therefore, players need to make sure that they are prepared for the season ahead.
NetballSmart
NetballSmart is a programme developed by ACC and Netball New Zealand, providing training and information to prevent netball injuries and enable safe participation. The programme is based on the ACC SportSmart 10-point action plan.
The NetballSmart website (external link) provides you with free online access to injury prevention information and a personalised training programme.
Create your own training programme
When you register with NetballSmart (external link), you will be asked about your goals and your current fitness level. A training programme can then be tailored to meet your lifestyle and fitness needs. Your programme will include:
- an individual training plan developed by a highly recognised and professional trainer
- exercises and stretches with videos or illustrations and explanations on how to correctly perform the exercise
- nutrition advice from an expert nutritionist to match your training plan
- a five-day weather forecast and UV index for the area you live in.
Create your own netball training programme now with NetballSmart (external link).
Create your own Smart tips
Smart tips is a free online guide to help you prevent injuries and perform better when training or playing. You can customise your own Smart tips to include individual or team information such as key dates, gear checklists and contact numbers. When printed, your Smart tips can be folded to pocket size, making it easy to take with you when training or attending an event.
Create your own netball tips with Smart tips (external link).
Last updated: 20 April 2009