The weight room is a fantastic place for them to be, but it’s got to be with the right type of coach. The three main components of teaching young athletes to strength train are: 1) drilling technique and progressions, 2) keeping the programs simple, and 3) motivation.

Just like most things in our lives, the more we put into something, the more we tend to get out of it. Commitment for young athletes, and kids in general has a much deeper meaning.

Coaching athletes in the age demographic of 12-18 is not only rewarding, it is extremely important. During this critical stage of a kids’ life, a great coach can have a lasting positive impact that translates into other areas of a kids’ life.