How Overuse Injuries Hurt Sports Kids’ Mental Game

When sports kids experience overuse injuries, it often hurts their mental game, often leading to burnout.

Robert Weil, a sports podiatrist and host of the Sports Doctor Radio Show, says it’s important for parents and coaches to understand the issues that lead to overuse injuries and burnout. Pressure to continue playing after an injury is one problem, he says.

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Kids Sports Psychology expert Patrick Cohn, Ph.D. has helped athletes for over 40 years to enhance their performance. Dr. Cohn earned a master's degree in sports psychology from CSUF and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, specializing in Applied Sports Psychology. Today, he is the president and founder of Peak Performance Sports, LLC in Orlando, Florida. He’s worked with athletes and teams for over 40 years including the Miami Dolphins, NASCAR winners, NHL, and NFL Players, Olympians, National Motocross Champions, as well as PGA Tour professional golfers.
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