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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 7 MIN

In-Season Training for Youth Athletes

from The OTA Podcast · host Chris Barnard

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris delves into the critical topic of in-season training for youth athletes aged 6-14. He emphasizes that these young athletes are remarkably adaptable and can continue to build strength throughout the competitive season without significantly altering their training routines. Rather than pulling back completely, Coach Chris advocates for a strategic approach that focuses on maintaining and progressing strength development while considering the impact of practices and games on other training elements like sprinting and agility.Check Out Our Youth Training Program Below👉🏼 https://youthperformanceprogram.com/?el=podcastorganicBecome A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

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