The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
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The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
Brendan Abbey - Athletic Trainer and Sports Science Specialist
The Class Athlete
33 minutes 34 seconds
1 year ago
Brendan Abbey - Athletic Trainer and Sports Science Specialist
In this episode, Roy and Patrick welcome Brendan Abbey, an athletic trainer from Orlando Orthopedic, to discuss the importance of athletic training in youth sports. They explore topics such as early specialization, the role of parents, the significance of strength training, the dangers of performance-enhancing drugs, and the need for physical activity in children. Brendan emphasizes the importance of movement for both physical and mental health, and introduces the Ortho Navigator, a resource for parents to assess injuries and avoid unnecessary ER visits.
Early specialization in sports can lead to injuries.
Helicopter parenting can hinder children's recovery from injuries.
Strength training should focus on technique before weight.
Physical activity is crucial for children's development.
Isolation from technology can affect mental health.
Adderall misuse is a growing concern among athletes.
Proper nutrition and sleep are essential for young athletes.
Athletic trainers play a vital role in youth sports.
Community resources like Ortho Navigator can help families.
A holistic approach is necessary for athlete development.
Sound Bites
"Don't specialize too early."
"Movement can be medicine."
"The sooner you can get your kid active."
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Athletic Training and Youth Sports
02:54The Importance of Early Specialization and Parenting Styles
06:01The Role of Athletic Trainers in Youth Sports
08:58Strength Training and Conditioning for Young Athletes
12:04The Dangers of Performance-Enhancing Drugs
14:48The Need for Physical Activity in Youth
17:59The Impact of Technology on Youth Development
21:05The Ortho Navigator and Community Health
24:02Conclusion and Final Thoughtskeywords
athletic training, youth sports, injury prevention, strength training, performance enhancement, parenting styles, physical activity, mental health, technology impact, community health
The Class Athlete
The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
