Summer Strong: Three exercises football players can do now to get ready for fall season

By Abby Smith

Published August 10, 2026 2:48 PM

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- Football season is right around the corner, and athletes can start preparing now with exercises designed to build strength, power and explosiveness.

A few simple movements can help football players target the muscles and movements they’ll rely on throughout the season.

Watch the video above and complete about two rounds of 10 to 12 repetitions of each exercise, taking breaks as needed.

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