In this episode of the Evolving Performance Podcast, Kevin is joined by Coach Mike Boyle, one of the most respected and influential figures in strength and conditioning. Mike is the co-founder of Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning (MBSC), a best-selling author, and a former coach for the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox, and U.S. Women’s Olympic Hockey Team, among others. His decades of work with youth, collegiate, and professional athletes have shaped modern performance training.They explore the "big rocks" of athletic development—timeless principles that remain essential even as trends, tools, and tech evolve. Mike shares insights from over 40 years in the field, including how to identify and develop athletes with long-term potential, when kids should begin training, and how parents can best navigate today’s youth sports landscape.This is a must-listen for parents, coaches, and performance pros looking for clear, experience-backed guidance to help athletes reach their full potential.Topics Include:The “big rocks” of training that outlast fads and technologiesWhat separates athletes who make it from those who fall shortThe right age to start formal strength and conditioningKey physical and psychological readiness signs in young athletesMisconceptions about youth training and growth stuntingAdvice for parents on year-round sports and specializationWhy most youth athletes don’t need to “play up” to get betterSigns of overuse and burnout in young athletesHow to identify appropriate coaching and training environmentsThe importance of consistency and long-term planning in developmentWhy early success doesn’t always lead to long-term achievement📲 Connect with Mike Boyle: Instagram: @michael_boyle1959 Twitter/X: @mboyle1959 Websites: ➡️ CompleteConditioning.com ➡️ BodyByBoyle.com ➡️ MBSC on TrainHeroic ➡️ StrengthCoach.com📩 Contact Kevin: Follow and suggest future guests, topics, and questions: @KevinNeeld 📺 Watch the videos: @NeeldPerformance 🧠 Subscribe to the free newsletter: KevinNeeld.com 📬 Email: [email protected] for listening!⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Mike Boyle Bio01:23 – Episode 9 topics02:11 - Welcoming Mike Boyle to the podcast04:02 – Coaching vs. technology07:48 – Strength and consistency12:28 – Traits of high-potential athletes16:18 – Training vs. skill in offseason20:58 – Role acceptance for long-term success25:58 – Social media and talent myths28:43 – Ideal age to start training33:13 – Starting LTAD at 11 vs. 1836:18 – Lifting and growth: myth vs. fact39:20 – Long-term development mindset43:00 – What separates pros46:00 – Training adjustments with age47:33 – Parent advice: avoid year-round hype52:00 – Burnout and D1 predictors56:00 – Development over tournaments59:08 – What to look for in coaches/teams1:03:00 – Where to follow Mike

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