Exercise for Autism: An Important Piece of the Puzzle
“Our kids won’t want to do that; they don’t like to exercise.” When I first proposed an exercise program for autistic children at the Institute for Autism Research at Canisius University, that was a response I often heard. The reasons why autistic individuals won’t exercise are as varied as the individuals themselves: uninterested, difficulty moving, picked last […]
Understanding Exercise Physiology for the Diabetic Youth Athlete
Dr. Colberg shares her expertise on how the body responds physiologically to different types of sports and activities in diabetic youth.
Game Over: Why Kids Quit Youth Sports
Stephen Borelli, the sports parenting columnist for USA Today, delves into the pressing issue of high dropout rates in youth sports.
Exercise After Concussion
Dr. Kern discusses post-concussion rest, care and return to activity, and how recommendations differ between youth and adult athletes.
Parental Involvement in Youth & Adolescent Sports
Hear about the impact of parental involvement in youth sports and learn what constitutes normal, appropriate and inappropriate behavior.
Applied and Clinical Performance Psychology
Dr. Gillham, performance psychology coach at Sanford Sports, covers a number of topics related to applied and clinical performance psychology.
Trends in Youth Fitness
Drs. Faigenbaum, Lloyd and Oliver discuss the current state of youth fitness, and why it’s been gaining interest over the last several years.
Youth Sports Specialization
Youth sport specialization is an approach to enhancing specific physical skills to elevate competitive ability. Hear about potential concerns & considerations.
The Female Athlete Triad
Dr. Joy discusses the spectrum of lower energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone density that can affect young athletes.
Making the Connection: Youth Sports & Athletic Identity
Dr. Hunt and Roberts join the podcast to discuss the effect of athletic identity in youth and adolescent athletes.
