Youth Sports Specialization

In this week's installment of The Strategy of Fitness Podcast, the boys first discuss highlights of the week including Nick's BikeErg grind, Dan's return to bench press and Rob's running/d-ball challenge.  The gang then explores the recent phenomenon of specialization for youth sports.  They discuss their own experiences, risks of over specialization and year round sports, backseat parenting and what plans we have when introducing our own kids to athletics.  The crew then talks about the positives of having varied sports, academic and work backgrounds and how it can enhance various aspects of life.  Lastly, gym hitters and The Book of the Week.