The Myth of Youth Sports Specialization

[wpfblike] Youth Sports Specialization The IYCA Blog has been jumping of late with some great training-based conversation. I wanted you to read an exchange I had with a reader named Keith. It was in reference to my article on Early youth sports Specialization a few days ago. Keith offered some great insight and thought. Here’s what he had to say – "So, playing devil’s advocate once again, why is it that the world’s greatest swimmers have typically been identified when they were preteen, often then,setting world records and competing in world class events as.. More »

The Growth & Pride of the IYCA

"I would suggest that one of the greatest decisions that I have made in my life was to take the IYCA Youth Fitness Certification course that you offer" – Bob Acton Become a IYCA Youth Fitness Specialist – Level 1 today and join the movement!

Developing Young Athletes: Intelligent vs. Dumb

[wpfblike] Developing Young Athletes With the IYCA ‘Intelligence’. Defined by the dictionary as – “The capacity for learning, understanding and aptitude for grasping relationships” That sets the stage very nicely for the meaning of this IYCA-based term. What about ‘Athletic’? It’s defined as such – “Involving the use of physical skills or capabilities” String those two definitions together and you’ve got the basis for the main motivation needed when training and developing young athletes. In short – “Increasing the capacity for learning and understanding various physical skills and how.. More »

Young Athletes Training Facts

[wpfblike] Young Athletes long term development insights In lieu of an article or interview, I thought that I would hit you guys with some great information and solid insight into the training & development of Young Athletes– >> From a study published in the Swimming Science Bulletin. Authored by Brent S. Rushall & John Marsden. "The question of whether (young athletes) should specialize in particular sports at an early age has been asked for many years. The evidence now seems to support programming activities that develop overall capacities rather than specialized functions while the young athlete.. More »

Youth Speed Certification – Final Chance

[wpfblike] Youth Speed Certification Rampage As I predicted, we literally sold out of the 50 spots within 3 hours. And why wouldn’t we? Two certifications. Two credentials. Three world-class professionals. One price – only $197. Our industry just doesn’t provide opportunities like this and I can’t say as though I’m surprised that so many people jumped on the chance. The response actually made me look in a different direction… I called our host facility and asked them flat-out, if the venue could hold an additional 10 people. I’m excited.. More »

Youth Speed Certification – Only 50 Spots Available

[wpfblike] OK… Youth Speed Certification Details first – :: Saturday July 18, "Speed & Agility Certification – Level 1" taught by Lee Taft and myself :: Sunday July 19, "Youth Nutrition Certification" taught by Dr. Chris Mohr :: A free 3-hour informal ‘master mind’ with me on Sunday morning I really don’t think there is much else to say. The link to register and secure your spot is below. The emails, phone calls and Face Book messages have been coming in by the droves. Your colleagues and competitors want this.. More »

Youth Speed Training

[wpfblike] Youth Speed Training the IYCA way Facebook Email Phone Even fax…… These are the means by which literally hundreds of Coaches, Fitness Professionals and Personal Trainers from all over the world have contacted me since Friday when I announced our exclusive Certification Weekend on July 18 – 19. Speed & Agility Specialist – Level 1 Youth Nutrition Specialist Never before have you been given the opportunity to obtain two cutting-edge credentials for the price of one. Especially not ones that have been created and will be taught by such.. More »

Youth Speed & Youth Nutrition Certification Information

[wpfblike] Youth Speed Certification Okay, the questions have been flooding in and the hype around the industry is absolutely huge. People want to know! So here’s your inside track information for the Speed & Agility Specialit certification event- Location: Prairie Stone Sports & Wellness Center, Hoffman Estates Illinois Dates: Saturday July 18 and Sunday July 19 Times: 1 – 5pm (CST) both days Seats Available: 50 Instructors: Lee Taft & Brian Grasso Credentials: Speed & Agility Specialist – Level 1 Recommended Hotel: Marriott Chicago Northwest Special Bonuses &.. More »

Youth Speed Training Exposed

[wpfblike] Youth Speed Training Mistakes Everyone claims to be an ‘expert’ don’t they? It’s the one title that I truly can’t stand. And I say that because there are very few real experts in the industry of fitness and sports training. Gray Cook comes to mind as one of them. So to does Alwyn Cosgrove, Al Vermeil and Carlo Alvarez. Experts all. Easy to spot on expert, too. They’re the ones who have a major track record of success when it comes to training athletes, but are also ALWAYS on the lookout.. More »

Youth Speed Training in New Jersey

Youth Speed Training and Business So I’m just back from a wonderful weekend in New Jersey at the Fast Track to Fitness Millions conference. The conference was hosted by my two favorite guys – Pat Rigsby and Nick Berry. The speaking line-up was an unbelievable ‘whose who’ of fitness industry Coaches and Business Leaders – BJ Gaddour Zach Even Esh Mike Boyle Chris McCombs Jim Labadie Jason C Brown Pamela Macelree But in my opinion, the show was stolen by a man who has absolutely changed everything about the way speed and agility.. More »

Fundamental To Sport Specific Training for Young Athletes

Young Athletes and Sports Training Spida Hunter is a one-of-a-kind trainer from New Zealand. He has worked with participants of all ages and abilities. I thought that you might all enjoy a glimpse into how things are done with young athletes on the other side of the world! IYCA: What’s your background in youth sports and athletics? Have you worked with young athletes? SH: I don’t specialize in youth sports or athletics however I do train young aspiring athletes that are looking to produce the best results and performance that they can achieve. I have worked.. More »

IYCA Summit DVD Sale Extended Extra 24 Hours

IYCA Summit Sale Sometimes the calendar works to our advantage. This past weekend’s holiday here in the U.S. has helped me make a very important decision. I’m going to extend your ‘first exposure’ offer for the entire DVD collection from the IYCA Summit by one more day. Midnight on Wednesday is when your clock runs out. Read these testimonials from some of the Summit attendees and be prepared to answer one question after….. "The IYCA Summit was hands down the most incredible experience of my life to date" "The IYCA Summit was.. More »

This is Why He’s Successful In Youth Training

Aaron Larmore gets youth training. That’s why he’s experiencing the success he is. :: Current IYCA Member of the Week :: Owner of the amazing, massive and successful ‘Fit 2 Live’ gym in Iowa :: Profiled in the Iowa City newspapers virtually every week :: Has a WAITING LIST for his summer sports youth training program Did I mention that Aaron is only 26 years old? Pretty impressive, isn’t it? I suppose you could argue that some people just have ‘it’, you know. Success is something they are. Whatever.. More »

Your Extra Bonus – Youth Speed Camps That Work

[wpfblike] Youth Speed Camps success So you know that the first annual IYCA International Summit was an absolute monumental success. You’ve read the comments from our attendees and seen a few video clips from some of the presenters. But there’s something I haven’t told you yet. Technically, the Summit was a 2-day event. Groundbreaking information from some of the most incredible and successful Coaches and business moguls in this industry spread out over an amazing 2-days. There was however, a third day to the Summit. One extra day of information. And.. More »

Speed Training That Works

Speed Training with young athletes The DVD’s from my first annual International Summit will be released in just a few short days. The amount of information you will receive on strength training, programming, speed training and agility development AS WELL as guaranteed business strategies that work will absolutely stagger you… … Stay tuned! – Brian

Youth Fitness: Why Coaching Matters

[wpfblike] Youth Fitness Coaching Counts The DVD’s from the IYCA Youth Fitness International Summit will be made available next week. If you weren’t there, you missed out on an event that was considered ‘Life Changing’ by many in attendance. Watch for my announcement in a few days and be sure to pick up your complete copy of the First Annual IYCA International Summit.

Training Young Athletes – Four Years Later

[wpfblike] Training Young Athletes With the IYCA "What kind of person Brian was helped me become the person I am today"…. I have a combination of tears and chills. Why wouldn’t you want to join an organization that is worth so much more than just credentials? Click below to see the difference we can help you make when training young athletes – http://www.iyca.org/youth-fitness-certification

Youth Fitness Industry Pride…

[wpfblike] Youth Fitness Industry So tomorrow I’m off to Providence Rhode Island. For three years now, I’ve been honored to have a place on the esteemed ‘Speakers Panel’ for Perform Better. In my mind, one of the preeminent organizations in our youth fitness industry, it has been a sincere pleasure to share the stage with such industry icons as Juan Carlos Santana, Mike Boyle, Gray Cook, Alwyn Cosgrove and Al Vermeil. But something is very different about this years Perform Better tour. I’m still speaking at all the events. Rhode Island this month… More »