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Strength Training Basics for Youth Athletes
Youth athlete strength and conditioning reduces injury risk, improves performance and creates good health habits for life. We know it can feel overwhelming when first starting out so this article will cover a basic framework you can follow to start strength training and will show you some of our favorite entry level exercise variations.
In-Season Strength Training for Youth Athletes
In-season strength training for youth athletes is a cornerstone of success and longevity in sports. It is one huge thing you can do to stay healthy and perform at your best.
Exercises Youth Athletes Should Be Doing: Knee Durability
Knee injuries are all too common for youth athletes. Youth athletes can hurt their knees for a variety of reasons, but one of the best things we can do to help reduce injury risk is to be strong.
Physical Therapy for Osgood-Schlatter
Osgood Schlatter disease (OSD) is a common diagnosis for kids around puberty (usually somewhere between 9-15 years old). In this blog, we're going to talk about Physical Therapy for Osgood-Schlatter disease.
5 Ways To Prevent Injuries In Youth Athletes
To reduce injuries in youth sports, strength train regularly with a good program and coach, play multiple sports (or be deliberate about time off), sleep 8+ hours per night, eat a balanced diet with plenty of calories and hydrate well.
Doing these things will set a young athlete up for success and make it less likely they will get injured. As with most things, doing the basics well is your best bet.
How To Prevent Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring injuries are common in many sports. Luckily, there are some pretty simple things athletes can do to reduce their risk of injury. Basic warm up and strength training principles can go a very long way.
Youth Sport Specialization-Part 2
Youth sport specialization is not always what is best for an athlete. It is important that athletes have physically developed by playing multiple sports and developing well-rounded physical qualities before they specialize.
Youth Sport Specialization
Part of this mission to keep athletes healthy is educating the public about youth sports specialization. This blog will cover this topic, help you understand what it is and make better decisions for the youth athletes in your life.