"My two sons play at MLS academies"

I know how I'd feel if I could say that about my kids.

That annoying shoulder devil telling me how great I am for producing children with so much talent. Then I find myself getting into a shouting match with a teenager on an opposing team and wonder if may that shoulder devil is telling porkies.

Join Dan Lear and I ask we deconstruct why we parents do what we do with our kids' sports experiences.

"Please don't tell my parents"

Robin Bousquet, founder and owner of Inspire Physical Therapy in Nike's hometown (Beaverton, OR), has heard this request from far too many youth athletes.

Her answer every single time?

"Absolutely not. We're talking with your parents because you need a team of grown ups working together to get you healthy."

Join us for the whole episode to be inspired by a health care provider whose life is dedicated to building kids back up physically and mentally.

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SHOW NOTES

We delve into managing setbacks and injuries in youth sports, with Robin sharing her experiences from her career, including her time at Children's Hospital in Oakland and her practice's philosophy. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing physical and mental recovery, aligning goals between children and parents, and fostering an empowering and inspiring environment. Robin also reflects on her personal sports experiences and offers invaluable advice to parents and coaches on supporting young athletes. 00:00 Welcome to the Kid First Sports Podcast 00:07 Introducing Robin Bousquet: Physical Therapist 00:52 Inspiration Behind Inspire Physical Therapy 01:36 The Mental Side of Physical Recovery 03:14 Robin's Early Sports Experiences 05:48 Challenges and Reflections on Coaching 09:56 The Cost and Commitment of Figure Skating 12:23 Creating a Supportive Environment 15:20 Dealing with Setbacks and Injuries 17:10 Overcoming Setbacks: A Tale of Two Responses 17:31 Parental Influence on Child Motivation 18:12 The Role of Innate Drive and Parental Support 19:53 The Reality of Division 1 Athletics 21:04 Kids' True Feelings About Their Sports 22:07 Balancing Fun and Commitment in Youth Sports 23:08 Aligning Goals Between Parents and Kids 23:56 The Importance of Rest and Breaks 25:05 Encouraging a Balanced Life for Young Athletes 29:55 The Power of Communication and Support 33:32 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements

TOOLS FOR PARENTS!!

The final in a series of five episodes to guide high school athletes looking to play in college.

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