In this episode of the “All Things Endurance Podcast,” host Rick Prince chats with Caolan MacMahon, author, coach and owner of The Long Run Coaching. Caolan discusses the many things to consider when working with youth athletes, including age differences, communication and legal issues. If you currently coach youth athletes or plan to, this podcast is a must-listen!
Below are specific areas that Rick and Caolan chat about during this episode:
1. Could you tell our listeners a bit more about your background as it pertains to coaching youth athletes?
2. “Youth” spans a wide range of ages. With respect to programming, what are the primary age groups to consider, and how do attention span and realistic expectations influence programming?
3. From a programming standpoint, what are some of the key things to consider as it pertains to youth going through puberty?
4. How important is the coach/parent relationship and communication when coaching youth, and how important is trust in that relationship?
5. From a legal and liability standpoint, what are some things that coaches should be aware of?
6. At what age or grade level can youth athletes progress from a fun and game structure to more formal training?
7. What are the key things to consider when communicating with youth athletes?
8. What is the most important role of a youth coach?
9. Should youth athletes specialize in one sport or have a diverse range of sports and activities that they participate in?
10. Burnout and overtraining can occur in youth athletes. How does a coach recognize and address it?
To learn more about Caolan, please visit: http://www.thelongruncoaching.com/
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