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SYP Interview: Jason Gonzalez & Willow Collins on Training Female Athletes

SYP Interview: Jason Gonzalez & Willow Collins on Training Female Athletes

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In this powerful episode of the Strong Youth Project Podcast, host Kaleb Augat interviews seasoned strength coach Jason Gonzalez and Division 1 athlete Willow Collins to explore the intersection of science, strength training, and youth sports development.

Jason, founder of "The Lab" and a certified NASM strength coach with over 12 years of experience, shares evidence-based insights on youth athlete performance, while Willow brings her personal journey as a collegiate soccer player turned track and cross-country athlete.

Together, they discuss:

  • The benefits of strength coaching for youth athletes.
  • The physiological differences between male and female athletes.
  • The role of menstrual cycles in female athletic performance.
  • Breaking stigmas surrounding strength training for women.
  • How athletes can advocate for their health and long-term development.

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Mission of the Strong Youth Project
0:45 - Guest Introductions: Jason Gonzalez and Willow Collins
4:40 - Why Youth Athletes Need Strength Coaches
9:00 - Breaking Myths About Female Strength Training
12:30 - Physiological Differences Between Male and Female Athletes
18:00 - Impact of Menstrual Cycles on Training
23:45 - Willow’s Journey Through Strength Training and Menstrual Challenges
30:00 - How Coaches Can Support Female Athletes
37:00 - Team Sports and Menstrual Cycle Management
42:00 - Life Lessons Beyond Sports for Female Athletes
47:30 - Closing Thoughts: Empowering the Next Generation

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