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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: October 2010

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Wednesday, October 27, 2010. Psychological Influences on Posture. There are multiple things to be on the lookout for. Some are:. 8226;Increased workout demands. 8226;Lack of sleep. 8226;Pressure to excel. 8226;Low energy levels. Wednesday, October 20, 2010. Development of Balance in Sport. 8226;Static balance is the ability to control the body while the body is stationary. Tuesday, October 12, 2010. 3The athlete has ...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: December 2009

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Thursday, December 31, 2009. Games to Increase Youth Athlete Development. One of my adult clients told me when her son was younger, he wanted to play soccer so she needed to volunteer coach in order to field a team, she had no idea how to play soccer. So, she put on her coaching sneakers, went on-line and learned how to play soccer. Games allow athletes to move, think, rehearse, and most of all HAVE FUN! Monday, Dece...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: January 2010

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Monday, January 11, 2010. How Much is Enough? Its the beginning of the new year, parking lots at gyms are full, fitness resolutions are underway. Weight training, cardiovascular activity, and diet are all a focus. The one aspect that often gets left behind is rest and recovery. Whether it is with adults and there resolutions or kids and the number of sports being played and/or practiced. Most of the kids we. Kids are...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: August 2010

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Wednesday, August 25, 2010. Because the bone structure of children and adolescents are relatively immature and still developing, any plyometrics exercises which are intense and demanding should be avoided. Young athletes and their parents should seek qualified coaches and/or trainers. Good rules of thumb are:. 8226;Get good shoes. 8226;Proper Warm-Up is essential. 8226;Proper technique is crucial. Adolescent fitness ...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: November 2009

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Thursday, November 12, 2009. What to Look for When Kids Workout. Parents often look for their child to participate in "working out" for various reasons, become strong, loose weight, stay in shape during the off-season, and medical reasons just to name a few. What is the best way for a child to participate in exercise? Certification through the International Youth Strength and Conditioning Association. It takes a spec...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: Core Development

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Monday, December 6, 2010. Why is young athlete’s core important? All movements including sports specific ones are dependent on the core. Whether it be swinging a baseball bat, shooting a basketball or swinging a golf club – the more developed the muscles of the core are, the higher degree of ability that a young athlete will typically have. Reaching Youth Sport Goals. Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute.

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: December 2010

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Thursday, December 23, 2010. Reaching Youth Sport Goals. Knowing what it is you want to accomplish as a young athlete can sometimes be overwhelming. Are you hoping to score in the next game, a winning season or a full ride to a prestigious school? One thing that may help you prioritize what it is you want is to learn how to set and reach goals. Here's a quick example:. Have a wonderful holiday season. All movements i...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: November 2010

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Stride Length and Stride Frequency. When discussing sprinting mechanics in young athletes, there needs to be an understanding of the components involved. Sprinting mechanics are determined by 4 factors:. 8226;Shoulder position and relaxatio. 8226;Generation into the ground. 8226;Getting body into proper position. However, with young athletes the most important thing to remember is that h...

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute: February 2011

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Pioneer Valley Youth Sports and Fitness Institute. The source for sound athletic advice. Thursday, February 3, 2011. It is so important that basic nutritional guidelines for young athletes are followed. Besides performance improvements, a healthy diet may lower the risk of injury, reduce recovery time between games and training sessions, make athletes feel better (physically as well as mentally), and most importantly create a lifetime of healthy eating habits. Here are some other guidelines:.