As a curious observer, I’ve always found it fascinating to watch how athletic development unfolds in young children on playgrounds and athletic fields. Why are some children naturally fast? Why do some seem exceptionally coordinated? Why do others appear to learn movement almost effortlessly? The easy answer is usually: “Look at their parents.” Or simply, […]
Tag Archives: Athletic Development
Athlete Nutrition
Quick Energy and Focus: Fast Energy Fuels Fast Reactions
My youngest is a goalie, and a tied regional game with her Squirt boys' team, [...]
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Athlete Nutrition
Never Skip Breakfast: No Breakfast = Lower Energy Later
My oldest was never a morning person, so a 6:00 am ice time and "I'm [...]
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Athlete Nutrition
Recovery Matters: The 30–60 Minute Window After the Game
My varsity daughter's WHOOP shows terrible recovery all hockey season: ice before school, practice after, [...]
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Athlete Nutrition Parent Resources
Carbs Are the Engine: Fuel Up to Skate Fast and Think Faster
Carbs get a bad rap, and for an adult at a desk all day that's [...]
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Athlete Nutrition Parent Resources
Protein Timing: Big Protein Earlier, Quick Carbs Closer to Game Time
Protein timing for young hockey players trips up a lot of families, and it tripped [...]
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