Why Is Early Sports Performance Training Important for Youth Athletes?
When it comes to physical activity, the saying “start them young” carries significant wisdom, and there’s no better option for young athletes than sports performance training.
When it comes to physical activity, the saying “start them young” carries significant wisdom, and there’s no better option for young athletes than sports performance training.
A new generation of competitors trains harder and starts younger than ever before. Yet performance gains stall — or injuries strike — when recovery lags behind ambition.
Youth sports have long served as a cornerstone of physical development, teamwork, and character-building. In recent years, however, experts have recognized the profound connection between athletic participation and mental well-being.
Young athletes in Colorado have more options than ever to elevate their game and strengthen their competitive edge. One emerging and innovative initiative is the Prep Super League (PSL), which is making waves in the youth sports scene.
Whether you play basketball, soccer, or tennis, every athlete can gain an edge through sports performance training. This approach focuses on elevating core athletic skills, such as speed, agility, and strength, rather than offering instruction on sport-specific techniques.
As an UPSWING Experience Scholarship recipient, Arieta is training hard and improving her speed and muscle strength through UPSWING’s training program.
Trying to get out of her own head, Liv is grateful for the high performance training and support she receives through UPSWING’s Experience Scholarship program.
After moving away from her family, playing on an all-girl’s rugby team has given Nelly a sense of belonging.
As an UPSWING Experience Scholarship athlete, Jaidyn is able to use sports as an outlet to help with finding purpose through adversity.
As a girl playing boy’s football, basketball, and lacrosse, Jii-ana is crushing barriers in youth sports.