Youth Athlete Programming

8/12/25

Hi all (but mostly to my parents of young athletes), 

As many of you know in my free time I also coach a JV hockey team and this summer during our training program we did a little bit of off ice strength training and it hit me how little (often times none at all) strength training is done prior to entering a high school sport. And that's where I come in… 

It is super super important to get your kids in strength and performance programs earlier (thinking our middle schoolers aged 11-14ish). Middle school sports is a tough in between time for most kids because they are fully engaged and excited about their sport but they might not be at the level yet where they are getting extra strength training that is SPORT SPECIFIC to their needs. 

I have found through research (there is lots out there and I'd love to send you my sources if you want them) and personal experiences that starting strength training earlier can greatly benefit kids in terms of sports longevity (less injuries), sports performance (stronger and faster or whatever skills they may need in their sport), and overall confidence in their sport, as well (hello when you're strong you feel better). 

I have a huge passion for youth sports especially in building programs for them to excel and making sport specific training programs for each child or team. 

If this is something your athlete or an athlete you know could benefit from, I have in person and virtual appointments available in my regular booking link under “Personal Training Session”. I'd love to chat further, so if you have questions please don't hesitate to reach out. 

As always, I am so thankful and grateful for you all and that you trust me with your care. 

Best, 

Dr. Maggie Koethe