What Parents NEED to Know! Are you helping or hurting your kids' athletic success? In Episode 172 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with former Division One athlete Nicole Roggow to tackle the tough questions every parent needs to ask themselves. From avoiding burnout to preventing injuries and fostering a love for the game, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to raise confident, well-rounded athletes.

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In today’s conversation, we explore the realities of youth sports, from the pressures of early specialization to the risks of poor movement patterns. Nicole shares valuable insights on how parents can avoid common mistakes that sabotage their kids’ development as athletes. Plus, Jason and Gabe reflect on their personal experiences balancing parenting with athleticism, offering practical advice for dads striving to lead by example.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro – Parenting Tips from a D1 College Athlete

1:41 From Tennis to Basketball – Nicole’s Journey

5:26 Should Kids Specialize in One Sport?

7:14 Avoiding Burnout in Youth Sports

10:43 Raising Happy and Balanced Athletes

12:28 Life-Changing ACL Injury

16:15 Why Female Athletes Get Injured More

18:01 Preventing Injuries in Young Athletes

21:14 Let Kids Play for Passion, Not Rewards

22:49 Childhood Lessons from Parental Fights

25:45 Growing Up in the Hustle of New York

27:18 Why Suburban Life is Better for Families

30:29 Parenting and Work During COVID

32:11 Daycare and Nutrition Tips for Kids

35:43 What Dads Need to Know About Postpartum

37:13 The Emotional Struggles of Motherhood

40:20 Postpartum Recovery - Mental and Physical Health

42:03 How Nutrition Impacts Postpartum Health

45:11 Social Media Pressure on Postpartum Moms

47:01 The Stress of Returning to Work Too Soon

50:12 Hard Lessons from Broken Relationships

51:47 Secrets to Long-Distance Relationship Success

55:01 Communication is Key to Growth

56:37 Transform Your Life with Better Nutrition