- Dec 11, 2010
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Yep- we have a local athletic training program that is run by a husband and wife. They train kids from 8+ and teach them running form and train core strength, mostly by “doing” in a group format. The program and business was originally created by physical therapists. Their claim to fame is training very young athletes in a way that prevents injury and results in early development.
I think a large part of the success is the personality of the wife. Let’s call her “Shannon”. She is an IT analyst by day but has a larger than life persona in the gym. She is constantly cajoling, kidding, singing, prodding and celebrating those little moments when she pushes someone to the point of vomiting. She had “I Hate Shannon” tee shirts made for the kids. They just love her.
They mix ages in the classes. It’s exactly what they talk about in “The Talent Code”. Local semi-pro football players could be working out right next to a ten year old kid. Everyone comes out drenched in sweat.
Also just like in “The Talent Code”, this all takes place in a very ordinary environment. It’s far from a glistening well lit workout facility. Some parents turn their noses up at it. The running portion is in the warehouse of a heating and air conditioning business. It’s HOT in the summer.
This may all sound exactly like what responsible parents shouldn’t do but it was one of the best things our kids were ever involved in. The instructors are all certified, when you talk to them they can explain what they are doing and why it works.
I think a large part of the success is the personality of the wife. Let’s call her “Shannon”. She is an IT analyst by day but has a larger than life persona in the gym. She is constantly cajoling, kidding, singing, prodding and celebrating those little moments when she pushes someone to the point of vomiting. She had “I Hate Shannon” tee shirts made for the kids. They just love her.
They mix ages in the classes. It’s exactly what they talk about in “The Talent Code”. Local semi-pro football players could be working out right next to a ten year old kid. Everyone comes out drenched in sweat.
Also just like in “The Talent Code”, this all takes place in a very ordinary environment. It’s far from a glistening well lit workout facility. Some parents turn their noses up at it. The running portion is in the warehouse of a heating and air conditioning business. It’s HOT in the summer.
This may all sound exactly like what responsible parents shouldn’t do but it was one of the best things our kids were ever involved in. The instructors are all certified, when you talk to them they can explain what they are doing and why it works.
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