Volleyball injuries are common in a sport with so much action. Here we provide information and resources on knee, back, shoulder, ankle, finger, shin injuries including tips for diagnoses, treatment and avoidance. This area also contains a number of videos on injury prevention.

Gary Sato Volleyball Lower Back Stretches

As a licensed chiropractor Gary demonstrates several lower back stretches that keep players healthy and playing longer. These stretches are the same ones used by Olympic athletes.

1. By stretching the hamstrings they release easier and allow the body to bend at the waist farther.

Volleyball Spiking and Hitting Technique Videos by Andor Gyulai

There are few skills in the sport of volleyball as much fun as volleyball spiking. In this series of videos Andor Gyulai will explain what it takes to have perfect technique and form when hitting a volleyball. This series of videos on the subject are the most popular videos in the world on learning volleyball spiking and hitting technique.

Alicia Zamparelli Stretching

Alicia presents her favorite stretches that keep her on the court and prevent injuries. Demonstrated are several apparatus such as foam rollers and mats to stay loose and prevent stiffening up between matches.

Volleyball Jump Program and Jump Training with Gold Medalist Eric Fonoi

This is the only zero impact volleyball jump program available anywhere. As a result of utilizing this program, you can push yourself and your athletes further physically without fear of injury or fatigue.
Volleyball Jump Training is a critical component to competing successfully on the volleyball court. The biggest problem of any well thought out program is that lifting weights.

Volleyball Stretch and Exercises – TRAINERmat – Intro

I want to share this excellent news with our paid members of a project I have been working on with Gold Medalists Eric Fonoimoana and Misty May-Treanor who have developed this phenomenal volleyball stretching mat named TRAINERmat.

TRAINERmat is designed for both indoor and outdoor volleyball fitness. This sport-specific mat features the strengthening and stretching exercises used by professional volleyball players worldwide.

Volleyball Stretch and Exercises – TRAINERmat – Series 1

Olympic gold medalist Eric Fonoimoana demonstrates 1 through 5 of the 27 exercises designed by him and fellow gold medalist Misty May-Treanor on the TRAINERmat.

The TRAINERmat is designed for both indoor and outdoor volleyball fitness. This sport-specific mat features the strengthening and stretching exercises used by professional volleyball players worldwide. The mat’s 27 exercises are ideal for anyone who wants to improve their sport performance.

Volleyball Stretch and Exercises – TRAINERmat – Series 3

Olympic gold medalist Eric Fonoimoana demonstrates 11 through 15 of the 27 exercises designed by him and fellow gold medalist Misty May-Treanor on the TRAINERmat.
The TRAINERmat is designed for both indoor and outdoor volleyball fitness. This sport-specific mat features the strengthening and stretching exercises used by professional volleyball players worldwide.

Volleyball Stretch and Exercises – TRAINERmat – Series 4

Olympic gold medalist Eric Fonoimoana demonstrates 16 through 20 of the 27 exercises designed by him and fellow gold medalist Misty May-Treanor on the TRAINERmat.
The TRAINERmat is designed for both indoor and outdoor volleyball fitness. This sport-specific mat features the strengthening and stretching exercises used by professional volleyball players worldwide.

Volleyball Stretch and Exercises – TRAINERmat – Series 5

Olympic gold medalist Eric Fonoimoana demonstrates 21 through 27 of the 27 exercises designed by him and fellow gold medalist Misty May-Treanor on the TRAINERmat.
The TRAINERmat is designed for both indoor and outdoor volleyball fitness. This sport-specific mat features the strengthening and stretching exercises used by professional volleyball players worldwide.

Marcin Jagoda Volleyball Core Strength

Core training and exercise is critical for optimal performance and health. A good core workout improves spiking and passing to defense and blocking. Marcin walks through a series of videos to strengthen the core.
1. Front plank is essential for core strength. Keep it simple with elbows beneath the chest and hold that position.

Marcin Jagoda Shoulder Injury Prevention

Shoulder health and preventing rotator cuff injuries applies to all volleyball players. In this series of videos Marcin talks about exercises to keep the shoulder healthy.

1. Thumb down cross body pull effectively helps to slow down the arm after spiking the ball.
2. Horizontal cable cross-over’s start by pulling the cable out to 90 degrees with the hips solid for a stable base.
3. Reverse “Y” begins with the thumb facing up and pulling up in a “Y” motion on the cable.
4. To do single sided bicycles place the feet shoulder width apart with the back on the floor. Put one hand behind the head and touch the shoulder to the opposite knee.
5. Resistance band shoulder flexion is done with high intensity and very fast reps.
6. Lat pulls requires a steady pace for the largest muscles in the back.

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 9

The next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning are below. The Ten Drills Include: Dynamic Throw Push Up Catch Dynamic Wall Catch Sprint Dynamic Ready Position Wall Catch Dynamic Reverse Ready Position Wall Catch Dynamic Wall Catch Backward Turn Dynamic Wall Catch Lateral Push Up Position Dynamic Push…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 8

The next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning are below. The Ten Drills Include: Dynamic Single Legged Lunge Dynamic Lateral Walks Right Dynamic Inward Lateral Circles Dynamic Outward Lateral Circles Dynamic Inward Lateral Others Lateral Hops Dynamic V Pattern Circle Right Dynamic V Pattern Circle Pass Dynamic V…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 7

The next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning are below. Dynamic Seated Squat Ball Thrust Push Up Dynamic Lateral Walks Left Dynamic Toe Touches Dynamic Toe Touches with Push Ups Dynamic One Sided Crab Flips Dynamic Alternative Crab Flips Dynamic Double Hop With Push Up Dynamic Icky Shuffle…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 6

Below are the next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning. The 10 Drills Include: Agility Ball Drop Left Turn Agility Ball Drop Right Turn Agility Ball Drop Back Forward Dynamic Push Up Jump Squat Catch Dynamic Push Up Squat Catch Dynamic Push Up Hand Pass Dynamic Push Up…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 5

Below are the next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning. The 10 Drills Include: Movement – Circles Left Movement – Circles Right Movement – 40 Yard Right Left Dash Movement – 40 Yard Left Right Dash Movement – 40 Yard Back Pedal Left Agility Line Hop, Agility Side…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 4

Below are the next set of 10 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning. The 10 Drills Include: Movement – Square Movement – X Pattern Movement – Squirm Left Movement – Squire Right Movement – Full Squirm Movement – Figure 8 Movement – T Shuffle Movement – F Pattern Right Movement –…

Exercises and Drills for Volleyball Movement and Agility 10

The next set of 13 exercises and drills for volleyball movement, agility, strength and conditioning are below. The Thirteen Drills Include: Dynamic Reverse Seated Wall Catch Left and Right Dynamic Backwards Seated Wall Catch Left and Right Dynamic Weight Transfer Wall Catch Right and Left Dynamic One Legged Squat Roll with Catch Dynamic Backward Crab…