Developing Young Athletes Network Podcast

You can be great at something. But you have to believe it is possible. On today's episode, I will go over some real-life testimonies of two teenage Olympians who have beat all odds to be the best in the world. Tune in as I discuss why we must have a greatness mindset.

Why are chin-ups good for athletes? How can this exercise help sports performance? Today, I will answer these questions with some great advice on how this exercise can improve athlete development.

Self-Confidence is a critical SKILL that every young athlete must have to reach their full potential. Tune in today to learn two key proven methods that I have used to coach and build self-confidence in young athletes.

When can I start lifting heavier weight? Today I will answer this question along with essential weightlifting guidelines for young athletes.

Skills in sports what type of young athlete would you choose. A young athlete with sports-specific skills or one with athleticism. Tune in today to hear my answer to this question that was asked to me by a young athlete.

What do you do if you are a young athlete being recruited by college coaches but you are told that you need more development? Today, we revisit an episode where we discussed this scenario and the athlete's advice. Learn how to focus on critical issues that will address the college recruiter's concerns and help you continue pursuing your dream/goal.

Self Motivation is a key skill that is necessary for life to be truly successful. But how do I know if a young athlete is self-motivated?  How can I motivate athletes? Today I will go over true testimonies as I discuss great tips and motivational activities for athletes.

On today's throwback episode our guest believes that real youth soccer development means developing children on the field with technical skills and off the field with life skills, he continues to burn the FIRE for his sport.

Today, tune in to learn some great advice on WHY every athlete needs to know this BASIC skill and some critical advice based upon what I see with young athlete development TODAY.

On Today's  THROWBACK Friday we revisit a clip from a press conference interview of a three-time NBA All-Star who gives excellent advice on what it takes to be great. Tune in and learn why being great at something is not by luck or chance.

How does a middle school soccer injury and power tools lead you into a career that helps people to restore function to their bodies?  Today's guest will be able to answer that question and much more.  Born and raised in Columbus, Georgia, our guest had an early exposure to the "tools of life" that paved the way to her medical career.

How important is weight room safety? What are some key safety rules of the weight room? Today I will answer these questions and go over one critical safety that is often overlooked in the weight room. Tune in as I provide great tips and advice for weight training.

What if I told you there is one SKILL that is often overlooked in the early development of young athletes. This could be a key skill that could help define the characteristics of an athlete's success. Today I will go over why it is necessary to start developing this SKILL at a young age and provide key areas to focus on that could give the young athlete the EDGE in performance.

Today we revisit a great episode where you will learn the importance of HABITS from Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history. We will discuss Michael's interview on CNBC on the five daily habits that he swears by and how they can be applied to the young athletes' development

On today's episode, I will go over the importance of healing, the different types, and how something as simple as water and a pool is a great way to help athletes get great rest and recovery.

On today's THROWBACK Friday we review a movie that will inspire the young athlete to never give up on their dreams.  Inspired by a true story of an Olympic British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself. The movie also shows how coaching plays such an important role in his development.

 Recently retired our guest now travels speaking to companies, teams, and schools about what it really takes to make it and win. He has had two successful TEDx talks and recently released his first book-Thank You, Coach--expanding on his never-ending gratitude for the good fortune he received by those who have helped shape his success

We bring you a must listen to THROWBACK movie review. It is based on the true story of a football player who walked on the University of Arkansas Football team and succeeded in becoming a third-round draft pick in the NFL. This movie is considered one of the greatest walk-on stories in the history of college football. Today's episode teaches the importance of Dreaming Big and Never Giving Up.

As we approach this summer, we are closing in on the Tokyo Olympic 2021. For those coaches working with young athletes this summer, I wanted to bring back a great episode where I interviewed a successful Division I Track and Field Coach. Tune in to learn some great advice on coaching various levels of athletes and how to develop to be a better coach.

Today's THROWBACK Friday will help the young athlete accept no excuses-even from themselves.

Today's guest has had enormous success in the field of hockey. Mastering the technique of drag-flicking, he is one of the most sought-after drag-flick specialist coaches in the world. As a member of the Australian men's national field hockey team, he won a world championship in 2010, an Olympic bronze, and two Commonwealth gold medals. After retiring professionally in 2012, he has worked with the...

Why do kids play sports? Is it to win? Be a better athlete? Tune in to hear the number one reason why kids play sports based on actual feedback from young athletes.

Today we revisit a great episode on coaching youth hockey.  For over twenty-five years our guest has been committed to developing student-athletes on and off the rink

On today's THROWBACK Friday, we bring back a great speaker whose relentless energy and passion will help any athlete understand the importance of their drive and ambition through all obstacles. Tune in to learn what it takes to succeed.

Competition anxiety. Affects everyone differently: parents want their child to do their best; coaches want to see all the hard work the athletes have done come to fruition. Athletes having some anxiety is natural, but not when it leads to constant overthinking and a breakdown in their technique. Listen to today's episode to learn three key steps that will help athletes that fear competition or vie...