I had a discussion with my strength coaches and swim coaches about a theoretical perfect athlete. The idea is simple : you have a 4 year old boy and you must be able to train him to be the so-called Perfect Athlete. By Perfect Athlete I mean that he must be able to translate into any sport and be the elite. For example, he should be able to be a star player in football, baseball, basketball, etc. if he so chooses.
What sports do you train him in? How long for each?
(obviously you cant put him in all of them it has to be somewhat reasonable if he goes to school....so it must fit in an everyday kid's schedule)
When should you start a kid at each sport?
When should he start lifting?
Any input is greatly appreciated. This worked out to be a great conversation with my coaches, so I thought I should hear what you guys thought.
the sports that ive heard were:
Swimming
Martial Arts (as many as possible)
Track and/or Cross Country
Wrestling
Boxing
Gymnastics
What sports do you train him in? How long for each?
(obviously you cant put him in all of them it has to be somewhat reasonable if he goes to school....so it must fit in an everyday kid's schedule)
When should you start a kid at each sport?
When should he start lifting?
Any input is greatly appreciated. This worked out to be a great conversation with my coaches, so I thought I should hear what you guys thought.
the sports that ive heard were:
Swimming
Martial Arts (as many as possible)
Track and/or Cross Country
Wrestling
Boxing
Gymnastics
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