In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Coach Mike Boyle, a renowned strength and conditioning coach with over 40 years of experience in the field. Coach Boyle shares insights into his approach to athletic development, focusing on youth athletes and the importance of starting training at a young age. He discusses his philosophy on strength training, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development strategies.

Key Points

• Coach Boyle emphasizes the significance of the "learn to train" phase in youth athletic development, highlighting the importance of fundamental movement skills.
• He shares his experiences working with athletes across various sports, including hockey, baseball, and Olympic ice hockey.
• The discussion touches on the role of parents in the training process and the importance of creating a positive training environment for young athletes.
• Coach Boyle delves into the integration of strength training, plyometrics, and speed training in athletic development programs, emphasizing the need for proper progression and individualized training.

Chapters

• Introduction to Coach Mike Boyle and his Background
• Philosophy of Youth Athletic Development
• Training Approach for Different Athletes (Middle School, High School, College)
• Importance of Strength Training and Plyometrics
• Utilization of Technology in Training
• Addressing Parental Involvement and Expectations
• Progression in Training and Monitoring Performance
• Insights on Injury Prevention and Management
• Integration of Speed Training and Power Development
• Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Links:

IG: @michael_boyle1959 @mbscofficial

Mike’s youth training program: https://completeyouthtraining.com/

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In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Rob Anderson, owner of The Athlete Academy, a strength and conditioning business in Scotland focused on youth athletic development. Rob shares his extensive experience working with youth athletes and emphasizes the importance of starting training at a young age to build a solid foundation of movement skills. He discusses the significance of individual improvement, the balance between competitiveness and skill development, and the integration of strength and conditioning into sports training. Rob also highlights the need for a holistic approach to training, focusing on movement competency and gradual progression in complexity. The episode delves into injury prevention, age-appropriate training, and the importance of tying strength and conditioning back to specific actions in the sport.

Chapters

• Introduction to Youth Athletic Development
• Early Specialization in Strength and Conditioning
• Balancing Competition and Individual Progress in Training
• Baseline Testing and Progress Monitoring
• Phases of Athletic Development Program
• Addressing Injury Prevention and Management
• Determining the Appropriate Age for Strength and Conditioning
• Integrating Strength and Conditioning into Sport-Specific Training
• Data Collection and Progress Reporting to Parents

Links:

IG: @_theathleteacademy

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In this episode, Nikki Garcia, a physiotherapist with the Toronto Raptors, discusses keeping athletes active during rehab by modifying activities. She emphasizes assessing risk with patients. Nikki covers common basketball injuries, explains various tendon problems, and offers injury risk and management tips. She highlights working with strength coaches, baseline tests, and knowing athletes' injury histories. Other topics include ACL rehab, core strengthening for back injuries, mind-muscle connection, and myths about the IT band.

Chapters

• Introduction and Background
• Modifying and Adapting Activities
• Injury Prevention Strategies
• Return-to-Play Process
• Isometric Exercises for Pain Management
• Collaboration Between Physiotherapists and Strength Coaches
• Baseline Testing and Injury History
• Mitigating the Risk of Injury: Addressing Asymmetries
• Individualized Approach to ACL Rehab
• Managing Lumbopelvic Injuries: The Role of Core Strengthening
• The Importance of the Mind-Muscle Connection in Training
• Clarifying Misconceptions: The IT Band and Stretching

Links:

IG: @nikkig.pt

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