Studs
The protrusions on the outsole of football and rugby boots that dig into the ground for grip and stability.
Definition
Studs are the raised projections on the sole of a football or rugby boot that press into grass or soft ground to provide traction, especially when turning, accelerating or stopping. They may be moulded permanently into the sole or be replaceable, screw-in studs that can be swapped to suit conditions.
Stud shape, length, number and material affect grip and are often regulated for safety, particularly regarding sharp edges. Longer studs suit soft, wet pitches, while shorter or more numerous studs suit firm or artificial surfaces.
Scope: Not to be confused with athletics spikes, which are thin metal pins used on track surfaces.
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- CarryHolding and transporting a load while keeping the trunk braced and stable — an anti-movement pattern that builds grip, core stability and full-body strength.
- LungeA split-stance, single-leg-emphasis pattern: stepping or dropping into a staggered stance and pushing back up to build single-leg strength, balance and stability.
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