The newest info on Sports Performance
Chances are if you are involved in Gold Crown Foundation, your child loves playing sports. But when do youth sports cross the line of becoming too much? How do athletes train effectively? What’s the difference between pushing them to compete at the next level vs. pushing them to burn out at a young age? The health of your child should always be a priority, even when it comes to performing. Get your “Sports Performance” guide below.
"The single greatest effect on performance is an athlete's state of mind."
SIGNS OF CONCUSSION
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- A headache that gets worse or is severe
- Confusion, extreme sleepiness or trouble waking up
- Vomiting repeatedly
- Trouble walking or talking
- Any numbness, weakness or tingling in arms or legs
- A seizure or convulsion (arms or legs stiffen or shake uncontrollably)
- Any sudden change in thinking or behavior
HOW TO AVOID BURNOUT
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- Periodization: a process of varying the training stimulus to promote long term fitness gains
- Cross-training by varying workouts
- Focus on proper sport technique
- Slow progression and avoid rapid increase in workload or intensity
- Proper injury treatment and rehabilitation
- Emphasis on sports as tools for fun(!), sportsmanship, fitness, skill acquisition, safety, or education
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RESOURCES
CONCUSSION PROGRAM
- Have questions about a possible concussion?
- Call Children's Hospital Colorado at 720-777-2806
- Have a consultation first, then make an appointment if needed
PERFORMANCE TRAINING
- One-hour sessions with a certified strength and conditioning coach with Next Level Sports Performance
- Physical therapy, sports performance, sports therapy and more
- Book a training session
ORTHOPEDIC INSTITUTE
- 98% ACL reconstruction graft success after 24 months
- Pediatric orthopedics, orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation medication
- Schedule an appointment
JoJo Hudgings
Did you know that there is a Children's Hospital Colorado Certified Athletic Trainer at all Gold Crown events? The athletic training room is located next to Court 5, just look for the green posts! Please contact JoJo with any questions at johnnie.hudgings@childrenscolorado.org.. Learn more about your CHCO Athletic Trainers. Thanks to our support from Children's Hospital Colorado.
PREPARING KIDS FOR THE GAME OF LIFE