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351. Here’s Why You’re Not an Elite Athlete

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The Deliberate Practice Component in Skee Racing

Skee racing is a unique sport in many ways. It's so demanding to master the skill set that accompanies each sport. This has become a huge debate in youth sports. At what age should an athlete stop playing other sports commit to theirs? And once they do commit, is it definitively better to spend most of your time in deliberate practice or unstructured play?

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