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EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 59 MIN

059: Why Your Athlete Should Specialize in a Sport

from The Athletic Potential Podcast · host Mike Mathews DPT

Is earlier always better? In this episode, we break down the truth about youth sports specialization — when it helps, when it hurts, and how to make the right call for your child. Learn what the research says about injury risk, long-term performance, and why multi-sport athletes often have the upper hand. A must-listen for parents navigating the balance between passion and pressure in youth sports.Want to WATCH this episode? Click HERE!Have a question for the podcast? Go HERE to get it answered!!!

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