British Journal of Sports Medicine· 2015Q1· Guideline
International Olympic Committee consensus statement on youth athletic development
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The IOC has released a consensus statement outlining evidence-informed recommendations for developing healthy, resilient youth athletes while ensuring inclusive participation across all levels of sport.
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Key points
- Youth sports participation offers health and fitness advantages but faces challenges in maintaining inclusivity and enjoyment for all.
- The IOC evaluated the current state of science and practice in youth athlete development.
- Recommendations are provided for developing healthy, resilient, and capable youth athletes.
- The statement emphasizes opportunities for all levels of sport participation and success.
- The IOC challenges sport governing bodies to implement the recommended principles.
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Abstract
The health, fitness and other advantages of youth sports participation are well recognised. However, there are considerable challenges for all stakeholders involved-especially youth athletes-in trying to maintain inclusive, sustainable and enjoyable participation and success for all levels of individual athletic achievement. In an effort to advance a more unified, evidence-informed approach to youth athlete development, the IOC critically evaluated the current state of science and practice of youth athlete development and presented recommendations for developing healthy, resilient and capable youth athletes, while providing opportunities for all levels of sport participation and success. The IOC further challenges all youth and other sport governing bodies to embrace and implement these recommended guiding principles.
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