Welcome to the Champion Blueprint podcast, where we explore the science and strategies behind athletic success. I'm your host Nicky Kirk, and in this episode, we'll be discussing the Long Term Athletic Development Model with Dr. Rick Howard.
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Dr. Rick Howard is a world-renowned expert in athletic development and has over 30 years of experience in coaching and research. You can find him on Twitter at @rihoward41.
Dr. Howard explains what the Long Term Athletic Development Model is and why it's important for young athletes. The LTAD position statement was first introduced by Istvan Balyi, and you can find the full statement at ltad.ca.
He discusses the different stages of the model and how they correspond to different age groups and development levels. You can find a detailed overview of LTAD stages on the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) website at nsca.com.
Dr. Howard emphasizes the importance of focusing on overall athletic development, not just sport-specific skills, during the early stages of an athlete's development. He also highlights the work of Jeremy Frisch, Joe Eisenman, and Kelvin Giles, who are experts in this area.
Dr. Howard shares his thoughts on the current state of youth sports and offers advice for parents and coaches on how to create a positive and development-focused environment. For more information on this topic, check out the Positive Coaching Alliance website at positivecoach.org. The LTAD Network also provides an online education resource for coaches and parents interested in the LTAD model.
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