Suzanne Stonebarger Barnes
Volleyball, United States

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3 tips on how to be successful for Volleyball players under six feet tall….

1. Confidence: Having a strong sense of self confidence is extremely important. Visualize positive thoughts. Have faith and believe in your own ability and skills. Focus on Speed and mobility. Have the confidence that you will touch every ball on defense..... 2. Finesse: Just because they're taller than you doesn't mean they can stop you! Although you're not always going to be able to power one through a blocker, you can still score points. Shorter players need to beat blockers with their finesse game. The Lindquist have mastered the finesse game!! Some techniques for getting past big blockers is working on coming in with a strong approach and then beating the opponents with Jumbo, Cutty (don’t think this is spelled right), or short over. ....... .............. 3. Balance: Balance your workouts. Maintaining balance in your workouts is important. Don’t go crazy only doing one specific workout. Remember workouts you love and continue to do them. Don’t make all your workouts business, smile .. laugh.. and enjoy what you are doing. Balance your nutrition. Provide your body with a well-balanced diet: Carbs, protein, good fats, fruits/veggies and lots of water!

Posted By:Suzanne Stonebarger Barnes On 10 Jun 2009 AT 16:45 | 1 COMMENTS
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Nina Campos On 08 APR 2010 AT 11:08

I'm 5'2" and the youngest person on my team and this totally helped my game!

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Arizona, United States

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Volleyball, Athletes/Active Lifestyle