The research is clear: athletes who return to sport before 9 months post-op have a seven-fold higher rate of getting a second ACL tear compared to those who delayed their return. Sadly, more and more girls soccer players return to full playing prior to the 9...
*This blog on heavy lifting is directed toward girls age 13/14 and up. Younger ones must master a variety of motor skills, work on movement patterns, play multiple sports, and build a strong foundation first. Listen to a podcast on younger ones HERE. Originally published by...
Female athletes, I have a question. Are you doing intentional work, or busy work? Seriously ask yourself this question. It's something you need to get clear on to move to the next level and to reach your performance goals. Too often, many of you think working out is...
"I'm a Youth Female Athlete Performance Coach," I said at a holiday party with family and friends. I received blank stares and confused faces, then someone asked, "so...
I got on a Zoom call with my sprint and nutrition coach before I began my six month training plan with her in preparation for the World Track Championships with Team USA. Tearing up on the call, I told her, "I want to compete in this...
For young, growing female athletes, plant-based anything ain't it. Sure, it sounds healthy and amazing, and like people are doing the right thing, but the deficiencies a vegan diet has for female athletes are immense. As a result, there are tons of health consequences girls may...