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Training Doesn’t Involve A Diet
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So all the kids are out trying to get in shape for there tryouts and you are feeling a little overwhelmed with the mixed messages about what they should do to get in shape.
Farm raised kids have usually been lifting and working since they were 7 years old, so what is the right time to lift weights for my 11 year old who has never seen a farm and can only identify 1 farm animal, a chicken?
When starting to train younger kids I work on their overall fitness first, starting with their food consumption.
All the training in the world doesn’t have results if the diet plan and appropriate number of calories are not formost in the planning.
Breakfasts are usually the hardest times for kids to eat, so start with trying to increase the calories in the few hours before lunch.
The second area I look at is the athletes present condition and whether they are 4 ft tall or 5ft 9.
Cardio exercises and Balance and core stabilizing drills are always first for at least 2 months of 2x per week.
Use body weight exercises like Pilates and Yoga for strengthening and flexibility. Dryland training using pull ups and Bosu balls are good for strength and balance improvements.
Fast feet drills are always a great motivator, but stay away from weights until the kids are approx. 13 years old and then light weights and lots of reps to start with.
Hire a personal trainer for the weight lifting introduction after a couple of years getting ready for the weights. It is very likely that they’ll tell you to have a look at this organic protein powder amazon suggestion that can aid with your weight lifting activity too.
Hopefully these tips help when starting a fitness program for youth. The #1 tip is get the appropriate number of calories daily starting with breakfast.
Mark O’Neill and Shelley Donald are both register Personal Trainers
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