Episode #220 The Roadmap for Athletic Development with Deven Morgan of Driveline Baseball

Muscles and Management

On episode 220 of the Muscles and Management podcast, Gerry welcomes Devin Morgan from Driveline Baseball. Devin dives into the challenges and opportunities in youth sports development, discussing what's broken and what works in fostering athletic success. He shares insights into Driveline’s approach to building effective youth training programs, emphasizing the importance of balancing athletic development with sports-specific skills. Devin also touches on the misconceptions about training intensity and performance metrics while recounting personal experiences in creating long-term growth for young athletes.

This episode is packed with valuable advice for coaches, parents, and athletes aiming to maximize development through smarter, science-driven training strategies. Don’t miss it!

All that and more on this episode of Muscles and Management!
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Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction to Devin Morgan and Driveline Baseball
5:15 What's Broken in Youth Sports Development
10:42 Key Factors for Building a Successful Youth Athlete
15:30 Balancing Athletic Development with Sports-Specific Skills
20:55 Insights on Overload/Underload Training and Safety
26:48 Addressing Misconceptions About Youth Training Methods
34:12 The Role of Athleticism in Long-Term Success
41:07 Stories of Success from Driveline’s Youth Program
48:20 Parental Influence and Pressure in Youth Sports
55:45 Advice for Parents and Coaches on Supporting Young Athletes
1:03:15 The Importance of Enjoyment and Long-Term Development

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