
125. Dr. Mark Kovacs: What You Need To Know About Physical Development in Youth Sports
The Pure Athlete Podcast
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Navigating Youth Sports: Overtraining and Specialization
This chapter explores the critical challenges of overtraining and the complexities of specialization in youth sports, particularly soccer. It emphasizes the importance of balanced training for injury prevention, the role of genetics, and the necessity of diversified athletic participation. The discussion highlights the need for parents to prioritize their children's long-term health and well-being over immediate performance pressures.
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