Every strength coach nerd loves to bring up “the research.”
They’ll argue about growth plates…
Debate the perfect age to start strength training …
But they miss the point.
Because they don’t actually work with kids…
They’re just looking for clicks and likes.
Kids aren’t ready based on age.
They’re ready based on maturity.
A child is ready when they can listen, stay focused, and follow instructions safely.
That might be age 7…
That might be age 12…
There’s no rush.
Some kids still need to play tag…
Run relay races…
Others might be ready for more structured training.
The most important thing?
Having fun.
That’s the long game.
Because every child is different.
Strength training done right isn’t about heavy weights or improving performance in the short term.
It’s about movement…
Coordination…
Confidence…
And in my experience…
When kids start asking about strength—
That’s your green light.
I enjoy the @SHAPEAmerica Et Cetera emails, especially the News Around the Nation section.
Movement is integral to learning.
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So grateful for our principal leading today’s PD with paraprofessionals on B3: Brain, Body, Behavior! Integrating these movement breaks helps boost brain function, motor skills, mental health, & behavior—leading to better academic performance. 🧠 @JenCavalancia@SHAPE_PA
Thanks for the great WOD @MatthewSouza24 and
@sevanmatossian for sharing.
15 Cals on rower
10 box jump over (24”)
Max rep alternating dumbbell snatch (50) I used 35.
2 minutes of work / 2 minutes of rest. 5 rounds
7,13,15,15,16
Recover walk with the wife, baby, and pup.
The reaction was priceless and forever a memory.
Thank you @TexAHPERD for recognizing and honoring @JohnHenry56
The laughs, mentorship, and leadership have all been Texas sized. Onward Cowboy!
Hey @TexAHPERD I’m excited to be coming home for my first annual conference. @JohnHenry56 and I would love to talk Health, Physical Activity, and who the best Texas teams are! See yall in Galveston!
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