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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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Preteen Beats ACL-Meniscus Tear With Grit and Great Care

Stanford Childrens

I was there to show that I was motivated and to keep up with my team,” Aiden says. A yearlong recovery A week after Aiden’s surgery, he began physical therapy to maintain strength. Aiden was motivated and determined to return to play, setting a goal of an upcoming tournament the following June—nine months after surgery.

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Muscular Strength: This component measures the amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can exert against resistance. Strength is expressed by slower, controlled movements.