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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

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A well-designed sports program has the capacity to teach teamwork, sportsmanship, grit, leadership, and many other life skills, as well as a lifelong love for their game. The goal is not to discourage early physical activityindeed, free play and basic motor skill development are crucial for young children.

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Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education

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multiple variations of an exercise, games or activities of varying difficulty, competitive vs. recreational options). modified pull-ups for upper body muscular strength endurance, see Brockport Physical Fitness Test Manual ). multiple variations of a task focusing on the same motor skill).