The Youth Fitness Podcast™

The Youth Fitness Podcast™


S1E5: U18 Great Lifting Protocols vs. Loading Improper Patterns

June 08, 2022

Jeff, Keegan and Mikki discuss common issues with youth lifting protocols and optimized strategies and solutions for best development, engagement, strength and success. 

The Martins programs created over 100 Youth State and National Records for dozens of kids and teens aged 8-17 over five year period


Guest, Sorcha age 14, of FSM Youths a Brand X® Lab in Wicklow Ireland with her favorite game, "Kettlebell Races”


Episode Highlights:


1:19 Movement Patterns & Loading can be separate 

3:03 Pairing non complex strength with platform work

4:19 Honoring motor learning and plateaus 

7:35 Tension and building strength around the Core and Hips

13:30 Favorite Methods