by mhcatcoach | Sep 17, 2024 | Blog
Introduction Early specialization in sports has become increasingly common, with many young athletes, both girls and boys aged 7-10, dedicating themselves entirely to a single sport. While this focus can initially boost skill levels, it often leads to various...
by mhcatcoach | Sep 3, 2024 | Blog
Introduction Early specialization in sports, coupled with unilateral training focusing only on the dominant side, can lead to a range of injuries in teenage athletes. This training regimen often emphasizes sport-specific movement patterns that, when consistently...
by mhcatcoach | Sep 3, 2024 | Blog
1. Improper Biomechanics Teenage athletes often develop soft tissue injuries due to improper biomechanics. Learning and implementing correct movement patterns can significantly reduce stress on muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Proper biomechanics ensure that the body...
by mhcatcoach | Jul 9, 2024 | Blog
I just started working with a 14 year old female competitive volleyball player. She’s starting a week of conditioning and skill set development at her high school. Her mother was with her observing. During the assessmnt I explained to her what I saw and what...
by mhcatcoach | Jul 9, 2024 | Blog
This post addresses my continued concerns that teenage athletes are not being properly assessed and prepared for the physical, emotional, and mental, demands that take place with the training and conditioning for competitive sports. Hence, the number of soft tissue...
