In this episode, host Liam Evans interviews Coach Mike Boyle, a renowned strength and conditioning coach with over 40 years of experience in the field. Coach Boyle shares insights into his approach to athletic development, focusing on youth athletes and the importance of starting training at a young age. He discusses his philosophy on strength training, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development strategies.Key PointsCoach Boyle emphasizes the significance of the "learn to train" phase in youth athletic development, highlighting the importance of fundamental movement skills.He shares his experiences working with athletes across various sports, including hockey, baseball, and Olympic ice hockey.The discussion touches on the role of parents in the training process and the importance of creating a positive training environment for young athletes.Coach Boyle delves into the integration of strength training, plyometrics, and speed training in athletic development programs, emphasizing the need for proper progression and individualized training.ChaptersIntroduction to Coach Mike Boyle and his BackgroundPhilosophy of Youth Athletic DevelopmentTraining Approach for Different Athletes (Middle School, High School, College)Importance of Strength Training and PlyometricsUtilization of Technology in TrainingAddressing Parental Involvement and ExpectationsProgression in Training and Monitoring PerformanceInsights on Injury Prevention and ManagementIntegration of Speed Training and Power DevelopmentConclusion and Key TakeawaysLinks:IG: @michael_boyle1959 @mbscofficialMike’s youth training program: https://completeyouthtraining.com/Connect with me:IG: Follow @evans.performance for additional insights and content.Newsletter: Join my newsletter (https://theathleticedge.beehiiv.com/subscribe) for a deeper dive into the episodes and to keep up to date on the release of new episodes!Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for more valuable discussions on strength and conditioning with industry experts. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners.

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