by phnmlifestyle | Apr 24, 2025 | Coaching, Sports Performance
Strength Training for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Getting Started As a parent, you want the best for your child—especially when it comes to their health, development, and athletic performance. If your young athlete is showing interest in sports, or already heavily...
by phnmlifestyle | Apr 12, 2025 | Coaching, Fitness, Sports Performance
Understanding RPE and RIR: Mastering Workout Intensity in Strength Training When it comes to getting stronger, intensity matters. But how do you really know if you’re training hard enough—or too hard? Enter two powerful tools: Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and Reps...
by phnmlifestyle | Apr 11, 2025 | Nutrition, Overall Health
Label Reading Guide: How to Spot Hidden Sugars, Preservatives, and Additives Let’s be real—navigating the grocery store aisles can feel like trying to crack a code. With bold claims like “all natural,”“low fat,” or “gluten free” plastered across every package, it’s...
by phnmlifestyle | Apr 3, 2025 | Coaching, Overall Health, Sports Performance
Are Youth Sports Injuries on the Rise? (And How to Keep Your Kid from Becoming a Statistic) We all want our kids to be active, healthy, and maybe even score the game-winning goal. But let’s be real—no parent wants their child’s sports highlight to be a trip to the ER....
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 27, 2025 | Nutrition, Overall Health
How to Determine My Caloric Intake Need Understanding your caloric intake needs is essential for achieving your fitness goals, whether you’re dieting, maintaining, or bulking. Each phase requires a strategic approach to ensure optimal health and performance. In...
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 26, 2025 | Coaching, Sports Performance
“More Than Just a Game: How the Youth Sports Industry Is Changing the Way We Parent and What to Do About It” Just passing along a book recommendation: “A compelling, clear-eyed look at the changing norms around youth sports, family, and what it means...
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 20, 2025 | Coaching, Fitness, Sports Performance
3 Signs Your Youth Athlete Is Experiencing Burnout (and How to Fix It) Youth sports can be an incredible experience, teaching discipline, teamwork, and resilience. But with increased competition, year-round play, and high expectations, many young athletes face burnout...
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 16, 2025 | Fitness
5 Myths About Strength Training for Kids Strength training for kids has been surrounded by myths and misconceptions for years. Many parents and coaches worry about safety, effectiveness, and whether it’s even appropriate for young athletes. The truth is, when...
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 13, 2025 | Fitness, Nutrition
5 Ways to Manage Weight Loss Expectations for Long-Term Success Weight loss can be an exciting yet challenging journey, and setting realistic expectations is key to staying motivated and committed. Many people start with ambitious goals but become discouraged when...
by phnmlifestyle | Mar 6, 2025 | Nutrition
5 Simple Eating Habits to Help Your High School Athlete Perform Their Best As a parent, you want to see your child succeed on the field or court. While training and practice are important, proper nutrition plays a huge role in their strength, energy, and recovery....
