Parents
Are Adults Destroying Youth Sports?
Youth sports seem to be getting more competitive, and nothing is wrong with that. However, too much emphasis is placed on winning and not enough on having fun. Parents must [...]
How to Prevent Rhabdomyolysis in Youth Athletes
Many recent fitness trends are all about pushing yourself to the max. For those properly conditioned, intense HIIT, CrossFit, or similar workouts can prove to be a physical challenge. For [...]
What Parents Can Do To See That Their Athlete Has A Positive Experience In Sports
There is an abundance of good reasons for kids to be involved in sports. Sports promote values like teamwork, respect for others, and the importance of a strong work ethic.But [...]
How To Talk To Your Teen (Even If They Don’t Want To)
Understand that your teen is in a cross-over phase. They are becoming more social, interested in dating, creating friendships, having concerns about life and the world, etc. Your teen wants [...]
How to Help Your Child Be the Best Version of Themselves
Finding the best version of yourself is about discovery. It is about helping your child understand their weaknesses, not just their strengths. You want to teach your child that losing [...]
Helpful Tips for Parents of Swimmers
It's rewarding being a parent of a young athlete, especially if you're a parent of a swimmer. However, it can be tough guiding your child through the waters if you [...]
Are Youth Sports Too Competitive?
I believe the culture surrounding today’s youth sports is too competitive. Don’t get me wrong. As a coach and former college athlete, I am competitive, but when parents and coaches [...]
What To Do When Your Child Wants To Quit The Team
Should you let your child quit sports or finish what they started? Well, it depends. Just because your child wants to quit the sports team does not make them quitters. [...]
5 Productive Strategies Parents Can Use to Develop Their Child’s Athleticism
As a former high school strength and conditioning coach, I’ve noticed that athletic development opportunities for kids have faded in recent years. On one hand, many schools are reducing or [...]
Regulating Anger in Young Athletes
Don't forget one of the best things you can do is be a role model.
