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[OllieWalker39]

Has anyone got a set of exercises that can be done - improving agility, core strength etc? Wanting to improve all areas really; bowling (so I'm guessing rotators etc), batting (core) and fielding (overall - agility etc).

Don't think I'll end up quite like James Taylor mind... all we share is our midgit stature!!

Thanks

[mohawks94]

Rotator cuffs - take some sort of weight ie can of beans, with your arm out straight to the side, raise and relax keeping it straight. Do the same straight in front as well. Gradually build up weight if wanted, but for bowling you want endurance/strength rather than size. Otherwise standard gym work on your arms/back/shoulders should help with bat and ball.
Core - planking, sit ups, side-planks, burpies. Make sure you work on back muscles as well so you don't become hunched.
Agility - ladders, or set up a tight slalom with cones. Maybe try the NFL style tests from the combines to improve agility. Also for endurance for bowling/fielding box jumps, squats (preferably with a kettle bell/weight) on one or two legs, and calf raises on a stair.
You can probably get a more expert opinion than myself online though, but I hope this helps. Most of my experience is from speed and agility based S&C training for frisbee/GB juniors training regimes, but I think it should translate across.

[anony]

What equipment do you have available?

[OllieWalker39]

Sounds like some good advice there @mohawks94! Hopefully will help out - will be implementing some of this at training sessions!

@anony - Not much equipment available, but can always get some. Have a bench etc that's about it!

[mohawks94]

If you have a bench then tricep dips will be good for shoulders.
If you have wii fit you could try the yoga exercises a bit. I'm seein a physio for a back problem atm but am liking at yoga classes to help that.

[anony]

Sounds like some good advice there @mohawks94! Hopefully will help out - will be implementing some of this at training sessions!

@anony - Not much equipment available, but can always get some. Have a bench etc that's about it!

Calisthenics are probably worth doing or if you have the inclination basic barbell strength training is pretty good for you generally. For calisthenics you only really need to pick up a pull bar, an ab wheel and maybe some hanging rings.

[Stuey]

If you can get access to a kettlebell do Turkish Get Ups and Swings, find a local coach if possible if not check out simple & Sinister by Pavel Tsatsouline. I've been doing these for 5 years best thing I ever did for strengthening, mobility and fitness .

[Leno]

All bowlers need to subscribe to cricket strength emailing list it has been very helpful for strength work and helping to prevent injuries and soreness they also have videos on YouTube and Instagram with exercises you can do. It is also the Worcestershire s&c coach so he knows what he is talking about