Football · Centre Back
CURVA Coach understands exactly what Centre Back demands physically. Your programme is built around those demands — not a generic template.
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Winning headers at both ends of the pitch is a non-negotiable for centre backs. The programme develops the vertical jump, upper body strength and timing needed to dominate aerially against physical strikers and at set pieces.
Centre backs are expected to win physical battles against opposition strikers across 90 minutes. The programme builds the strength, core stability and body positioning needed to hold ground and win contact situations.
Recovery runs require explosive acceleration over 10–30m. The programme includes sprint mechanics and lower body power work to develop the pace needed to recover when played in behind — one of the most punishing situations for a centre back.
Maintaining concentration and physical output for 90 minutes requires a solid aerobic base. The programme builds the fitness needed to sustain intensity without the focus and physical sharpness dropping at critical moments.
A Centre Back doesn't need the same programme as a Winger. CURVA Coach builds around the specific demands of your position — then layers in your schedule, your body and any niggles you're carrying.
Every two weeks, your coach reviews your progress and updates your programme. It adapts across pre-season, in-season and recovery so you're always doing the right work at the right time.
And if you have questions — about movement, nutrition, an injury niggle — your coach is available 24/7 in the app.
Use our free Football strength standards calculator to see where you stand.
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