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The Student Athlete
After an exhilarating six-week vacation, children and parents are excitedly preparing for a new school year filled with thrilling stories...
Marvin Johnson
Aug 132 min read
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KISS - Keep It So Simple
Reflecting on my coaching career, I confidently recognize that my most successful seasons and training sessions arose from a commitment...
Marvin Johnson
Jun 32 min read
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Private Coaching - Yes or No?
In today's society, youth sports have transformed into a high-pressure environment and a booming industry, often overshadowing the...
Marvin Johnson
May 22 min read
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Just Play
Who can forget the exhilarating rush of grabbing a soccer ball, rugby ball, or cricket set and rallying your friends for an unforgettable...
Marvin Johnson
Apr 132 min read
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Teaching Young Athletes Resilience
Sports is a demanding environment, and as coaches, our mission is to guide young athletes to prioritize the process over just the end...
Marvin Johnson
Apr 92 min read
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Tips to Deal with Jet Lag
As an athlete, travel plays a crucial role in your journey. Competing often requires extensive travel, whether you are a youth competitor...
Marvin Johnson
Mar 312 min read
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Coaches vs. Mentors: Understanding the Key Differences
Mentoring plays a vital role in the world of sports, and grasping its distinctions from coaching is crucial for success. While these...
Marvin Johnson
Mar 262 min read
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Preparing for a Grand Final
Reaching a grand final at any level demands unwavering dedication, relentless hard work, and meticulous preparation from the entire...
Marvin Johnson
Feb 272 min read
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Stop Over Coaching
One of the most crucial lessons I've learned from the world’s top coaches is this: "KEEP IT SIMPLE." Too often, coaches—including...
Marvin Johnson
Feb 52 min read
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Building Your Childs Confidence in Sport
As parents, we are instrumental in our children’s sports journeys. We contribute significantly to the sporting community, and our primary...
Marvin Johnson
Jan 282 min read
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Do Child Stars Exist?
If you're looking for an eye-opening experience, consider attending a youth sports tournament on a Saturday or Sunday morning You ’ll...
Marvin Johnson
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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Building a Postitive Relationship With Your AthletesCoach
Building a postive relationship with your Athletes coach, is essential for fostering a successful and fulfilling sporting experience....
Marvin Johnson
Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Resistance Bands
A couple of weeks ago, a policy change limited my gym hours, prompting me to turn to resistance bands and bodyweight exercises for...
Marvin Johnson
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Pre - Season
As we bid farewell to the holidays , its time to prepare for the upcoming sports season Regardless of your athletic level, whether you're...
Marvin Johnson
Aug 5, 20243 min read
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Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail
We have all heard the saying, Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail.' This is especially true when it comes to sport and fitness. Without a...
Marvin Johnson
Jul 4, 20242 min read
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What Wrong with Youth Sports?
Sports was seen as an avenue to develop young people and athletes. It allowed young people to express themselves, develop fundamental...
Marvin Johnson
Jun 5, 20243 min read
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Time for Self - Reflection
Self-reflection is not just a tool, but a source of empowerment in sports performance. It enables coaches, athletes, and sporting...
Marvin Johnson
May 30, 20241 min read
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Breathing and Performance
When one thinks about the pillars of performance, the first thoughts that come to mind are training, nutrition, mindset, and recovery....
Marvin Johnson
May 20, 20243 min read
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Knowledge Is Power
I was going through a set of coaching books and came across the first coaching book I bought, Coaching Swimming Successfully, written by...
Marvin Johnson
Apr 21, 20241 min read
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Road to Recovery
We love sports. The feeling of testing your skill and ability against your opponent has a way of bringing out the best in you or your...
Marvin Johnson
Jan 18, 20242 min read
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