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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

When children are pushed beyond their developmental limitsphysically, cognitively, and emotionallythey may fall out of love with sports, lose motivation to continue, or develop chronic injuries that hamper their future athletic endeavors. Burnout often unfolds in stages: Enthusiasm: The child begins with high motivation and excitement.

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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

Flexibility, strength, technique, speed, control, coordination and balance are all developed through gymnastics. KS1: “Pupils should develop fundamental movement skills, become increasingly competent and confident and access a broad range of opportunities to extend their agility, balance and coordination, individually and with others.”

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How to Create a Before-School Fitness and Running Club

School Yard

Create a schedule but have some flexibility. Some examples of pit stops you can use are: hoop station, agility ladder , over/under obstacle course, water/rest break, stretching, and balance activities. Complimenting students on deciding to get up early before school and choosing good health can help keep them motivated and encouraged.

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Strength and Conditioning Templates

PLT4M

A well-structured strength and conditioning program can enhance strength, power, speed, agility, capacity, and endurance while reducing the risk of injury. This goal-oriented approach helps individuals stay focused and motivated. However, creating such a program can be daunting.

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Creating a Vision for Meaningful Development: Feedback and Practice

TinCan Physed

Here is some research that has stuck with me for a while and has proven to be effective and flexible so students can be given the tools to learn and grow in any program. Disclaimer: there is A LOT of great research out there from a lot of great minds! You just need to find the right tools that will serve your students the best!

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Creating a Vision for Meaningful Development: Feedback and Practice

TinCan Physed

Here is some research that has stuck with me for a while and has proven to be effective and flexible so students can be given the tools to learn and grow in any program. ABC’S of Athleticism: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed. Disclaimer: there is A LOT of great research out there from a lot of great minds!