This principle makes it very clear why 30 to 40 minutes of shooting practice is needed on at least an alternate day schedule. When it comes to being told to do something rather than doing it on our own most of us prefer the latter. As coaches, we have all told our players they must improve in the off-season. Few, in reality, really make the kind of progress we would like. As an alternative, try using the above mentioned fact to motivate change.
Facts are impersonal.
This produces much greater results since self-motivated people simply accomplish more. With this in mind, explain to your players the 48 hour principle and how it affects shooting - they either practice or lose some of their touch. If they must practice this much in order to maintain their skills, it's also a must for them. The Basketball Highway . All rights reserved.