#20 - Nathan Parnham - Youth Athlete Development Specialist & Author of 'The Sporting Parent'

Matt is joined by strength & conditioning coach and author of 'The Sporting Parent' book, Nathan Parnham. Nathan has plenty of experience in the S&C space, working previously in the professional setting for the NRL Parramatta Eels and Aussie Women 7's Rugby Program, then following on to work in a multitude of schools developing youth athlete systems (currently the Head of Performance at Brisbane Grammar).The lads spoke about the many benefits of strength & conditioning for youth athletes, what long term athlete development should focus on, dispelled myths around weight training for youth athletes as well as delivered key advice for young S&C coaches looking to work and get started in the youth athlete space. You can find more from Nathan, including a access to his book, using the links below:Book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-sporting-parent-nathan-parnham/book/9780646834153.htmlWebsite: https://www.nathanparnham.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanparnham/'The Get Down' Podcast:Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-get-down-youth-athletic-development/id1729272462Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1VrSyA2N1DmuUFqXfbQ8De