Importance of Movement Literacy in Youth Development

Movement literacy is crucial for developing young athletes, as it lays the foundational skills necessary for their long-term success in sports and physical activities. Coach Jeremy Frisch emphasizes the detrimental effects of a society that often neglects essential movement training, which young athletes require for effective development. He discusses how many athletes he encountered as a college strength coach lacked basic coordination and athleticism due to insufficient exposure to movement fundamentals from a young age. To address this gap, he advocates for early intervention through tailored training programs designed to cultivate movement skills in children.