The conditional structure refers to the system that enables the body to generate intramuscular tension (strength) and the different expressions related to the space-time of speed and stamina. This structure is made up of various systems and subsystems that work together to produce and control movement, and it is particularly important for footballers in order to optimise their performance on the pitch.
One important aspect of the conditional structure is the ability to generate intramuscular tension, or strength. This is particularly important in Football, not only when players need to generate large amounts of force behind tackling, jumping, and kicking, but also in controlling movement such as when decelerating. To support this aspect of the conditional structure, work in the gym must focus largely on the qualities which are needed but underworked on the pitch.
Another important aspect of the conditional structure is the ability to express different forms of speed and stamina. This involves maintaining high levels of each over the full course of each match, as well as through high loads in competitive stretches of the season. To support this aspect of the conditional structure, players must be provided ample opportunity to reach their top speeds on a regular basis in addition to training with a focus on increasing both force and the speed at which it can be applied.
For the endurance aspect of conditional structure, increasing one’s capacity is the key. This is both to take on high amounts of physiological and psychological stress in the short-term, such as in a match, then across a training week or even block. In developing this capacity, more and more training can be handled without high risk of injury and thus other structures of performance gain increased potential in terms of opportunities for training and development. Ideal training is that which goes to the extremities which training and matches do not provide. Especially in season, this typically requires short, sharp anaerobic and aerobic endurance sessions.
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