Sporting parents should be setting an example for their kids, exposing them to more sports and holding them accountable where necessary, a leading coach and author says.
Early Sports Specialisation The concept of specialising in only one sport from a young age. Contents of Article Summary What is early specialisation? What are the issues associated with early specialisation? What are … Read more
MONITORING GROWTH Sports performance professionals may find it useful to monitor anthropometrics, such as height and weight, in order to determine if a child is growing adequately or experiencing abnormal growth. Contents of … Read more
Maturation Maturation is simply the process of children growing and obtaining adult stature. Contents of Article Summary Introduction What is Maturation? How does Maturation affect Performance? How to Measure Maturation Future Research Conclusion … Read more
Relative Age Effect The relative age effect is a phenomenon in which children born in, or close to, a critical age cut-off period may have an advantage in both athletic and academic endeavours. … Read more
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