This week on The Barbell Life Podcast, we delve into our revamped perspective on Resistance Training for Youth. We begin by summarizing our previously discussed stance and then present our updated viewpoint, backed by the latest research and our extensive coaching experience with thousands of youth over the last two decades.
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In today’s podcast, we break down crucial aspects for better understanding and application with your own athletes. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:
- The safety of Weightlifting and Resistance Training for youth when age-appropriate, progressed safely, and monitored by a professional.
- Debunking the myth that Weight Training is harmful to growth plates; instead, it contributes to stronger and thicker bones.
- Significantly increased strength for youth through weight training compared to normal growth and maturation.
- Positive impacts of Plyometrics and explosive movements in Olympic weightlifting on Power improvement.
- Enhanced Motor Performance Skills (Athleticism).
- Increased resistance to sports-related injuries.
- Improved Cardiovascular Risk Profile.
- Assistance with Weight Management.
- Enhanced Psychosocial Well-Being, including relationships and mental health.
- Improved Cognitive Performance (further explained in the podcast).
- Improved chances of maintaining a lifetime of health and fitness.
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- Reevaluating the aggressiveness of our Model in USA Weightlifting for Advancing Youth.
- Advocating for Velocity Based Training as a safe, effective, and timely alternative for predicting 1RMs.
- A closer examination of Leadership Models, distinguishing between Process Driven Systems and Performance Driven approaches.
- Analyzing the mental impact coaches have on athletes.
- Emphasizing a more holistic approach, covering Mindset, Sport Psychology, Program Culture, Nutrition, and Recovery.
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