Workouts To Build Ball Handling Skills

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By Saad Mirza


Dribbling is one the fundamentals of basketball. While this skill is really simple from the start it can get more complicated. The best players are masters of dribbling in all of its forms. Learning different drills for practicing dribbling can make you a better player and give you more confidence on the court.

A ball handling workout that is proven effective is to dribble the ball up and down the court with one hand only. As you sprint up and down the court do your best to control the ball with only one hand. After a few times up and down the court with one hand focus your attention on the other.

This practice helps condition you for handling the ball on only one hand. After at least a few dozen times down the court with each hand practice on dribbling the ball in between your legs as you sprint down the court. This move should feel standard for you. By implementing this move to your repertoire it will be easier for you to defend the ball.

It doesn't matter how new or seasoned you are to the game of basketball. Dribbling is fundamental and something you should always be striving to improve. Know what sets you apart from other players? Understanding how to handle the ball when you're moving around the court. Dribbling in between and around your legs is another move that looks pretty impressive and can be useful while in a game. Using your body to protect the ball is a move that can confuse other players or be hard for them to work around.

When you help contribute to the lowering of turnovers, you're ensuring your team has a better chance of winning. Keep up the good practice and you're sure to see great improvements in time. The more you practice these moves, the better player you will become. Not only that, but you will probably see your wins go up as well!

A good stretch routine can make or break your basketball game. Make sure to never skip this important step and you will be able to enjoy basketball for much longer. Keeping you in better health and at the top of your game are just some of the benefits from a good stretching routine.




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