Growth, maturation and youth sports: issues and practical solutions
Joey C. Eisenmann, Kevin Till, James D. Baker
Abstract
As highlighted in this special issue, physical activity during childhood and adolescence is influenced by several factors including body size and composition, biological maturity, and motor skill d...
Topics & Concepts
Maturity (psychological)Physical activityYouth sportsPsychologyComposition (language)Body heightAthletesDevelopmental psychologyGerontologyPhysical therapyMedicineBody weightEndocrinologyPhilosophyLinguisticsSports Performance and TrainingSport Psychology and PerformanceMotivation and Self-Concept in Sports