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Sep 23
2011

Why the Critics of ADM are Right

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I recently read a blog post on Youth Hockey Information outlining the author's perceived benefits and drawbacks of the American Development Model (ADM).  If you're not familiar with the ADM, I encourage you to visit the USA Hockey website for more information.

Anyway, a bit from the blog post:

Sep 19
2011

One Mom Takes Action on Concussion Prevention

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There is something you can do to prevent Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for your sports-minded children

Sep 16
2011

Looking to Cross-Train? Try Martial Arts!

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Guest post submitted by Heather J.

Keeping kids on track and engaged isn’t easy, and it’s not just about the discipline they’re getting at home. Kids need constant stimulation, reinforcement and drive to keep them motivated and moving forward in life. Martial art classes do just that – showing our children that determination, discipline and flexibility can be fun! Read on to discover the many reasons to enroll your little ones in martial arts classes, and pronto.

Sep 13
2011

Changing Youth Sports to Be More Youth-Friendly

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Watch this great one-minute video featuring Andre Agassi and Stefi Graf promoting the changes in 10 & under youth tennis.  Granted, it's not about hockey, but many of the principles that have driven the changes in youth tennis are similar to those that are currently driving the ADM and the adoption of cross-ice games for the 8 & under hockey player.  Enjoy and learn!

Sep 09
2011

How Do You Get Your Young Athlete to Eat Healthy?

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Have you heard?

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health recently released a report describing research on youth athletes and diet.  Their findings reveal that participants in youth sports have particularly unhealthy eating habits.

Sep 07
2011

Training and Conditioning for Optimum Performance on the Rink

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Training-HockeySubmitted by guest blogger Sarah Harris

 

Sep 06
2011

Top 5 Foods to Keep Your Kid's Brain Brilliant

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Contributed by guest author Dani Bellamy

 

Aug 31
2011

The Perfect Post-Exercise Recovery Drink: Chocolate Milk

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Submitted by Guest Contributor Maggie Voelker

Aug 30
2011

Motivated Athletes Create Winning Results

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LorenBy guest contributor Loren Fogelman, Sports Performance Consultant, founder of Expert Sports Performance.com

Do you know the one quality all winning teams have? They know their “BIG Why”. Possessing a deep desire stirs up energy inside. Suddenly athletes are motivated to take action, pushing themselves a little further than normal. It turns underdogs into champions.

Aug 27
2011

11 Traits of Successful Players

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1.  They enjoy the work and practices.

2.  They have high self-esteem and a positive attitude.

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