Powerful Lifestyle Tips - Why Multisport (Triathlon) is Great for Kids Tip #4 – Participation Time in One Sport is Limited

The American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for the prevention of overuse injuries in young athletes maintains that participation in a single sport not exceed 5 days a week. Training in triathlon requires that the athlete diversify their training between swimming, biking, running and complementary activities such as strength and flexibility training.  With sports injuries in children accounting for 3.5 million events annually and half of those due to overuse, the built-in protective nature of mixing up one's training cannot be underestimated.  It is very important to protect teens from overuse injuries since they are particularly vulnerable to growth plate injuries which may result in permanent damage.  Short distance triathlon training and racing provides a healthy balance of activities and can be a safe and fun part of an individual's lifestyle from youth through the golden years.
 
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