How to Teach Young Athletes to Find Their Pace

 

As you try to instill grit and perseverance in young athletes, you will likely be met with some resistance. Whether it’s a sport that your athlete doesn’t instantly excel at, a team where he or she doesn’t quite fit in, or teammates who are finding more success, there are countless situations in sport that will test your athlete’s dedication and determination.

Here are four ways to encourage an athlete to push through the tough times and find his or her pace when working toward their sport goals on a team.

HELP THEM RESET OR RETHINK THEIR GOALS

Sometimes an athlete feels frustrated because he or she isn’t meeting the goals set at the beginning of the season. Don’t ignore a struggling athlete or brush them aside with a casual ‘things will turn around soon.’