Burn out

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Is burn out something we parents should worry about? I was cautioned against over training. Now I am wondering if it’s bc the trainers were worried the kids really don’t love the sport, which would effectively eliminate a paying customer. I am now thinking if the kid really loves the sport, burn out isn’t an issue at all. If they get “burned out” it’s a blessing in disguise bc it would allow them time to invest in another interest and I would also not have to pay thousands just to find out at 18 they aren’t interested. I do believe in rest days and I don’t think games seven days per week is good for their health, but honing skills doesn’t have to involve things that will get your kid hurt.

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Burnout doesn’t exist if THEY want to do it. Build in rest days, stretch, and keep nutrition on point.

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Burnout doesn’t exist if THEY want to do it. Build in rest days, stretch, and keep nutrition on point.

BS burnout does happen

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Burnout is what happens when interest is lost. Coaches stress not to burn them out so they don't play somewhere else. Academies in every country except US play and train daily and those kids still go out and play with friends for fun afterwards. Burnout comes from all the travel, politics (kids see this as much as the parents), lack of diversity in training ie same things every practice like warm up - rondos - small sided games - end of practice, lack of ability to have fun. Mine plays on a top 3 team, does ODP to play with friends who are on ECNL, GA and USYS teams now, guest plays when she wants to and plays games with the town team to play with HS friends. No burnout in sight, she takes a day off from anything that isn't her club team when she wants and, knock on wood, hasn't had any injuries.

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BS burnout does happen

If they don’t want to do it and you force them as a parent then yes. If they want to train 5 days a week and are loving it, let them. As long as it’s their choice there is no burn out.

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If they don’t want to do it and you force them as a parent then yes. If they want to train 5 days a week and are loving it, let them. As long as it’s their choice there is no burn out.

Absolutely not true. It can become and grind even when desired and etude can definitely ebb and flow. Not is it always about the parents. Kids change, their interests change.

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Absolutely not true. It can become and grind even when desired and etude can definitely ebb and flow. Not is it always about the parents. Kids change, their interests change.

No end game for girls soccer. Therefore not even the thought of a big prize waiting for them. So while Bo is real the sense of reality sets in. That’s perfectly normal.

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Yes they definitely burn out

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Some kids love the burn. They enjoy practice as much or more than the game. All parents and coaches need to watch physical breakdown. That happens.

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No end game for girls soccer. Therefore not even the thought of a big prize waiting for them. So while Bo is real the sense of reality sets in. That’s perfectly normal.

This is spot on. Once they are old enough to realize they don’t want to play professional then they look at the sport differently. Many still play and enjoy it in college but if you’re on a college team where no one has pro plans it’s even easier to step back. Nothing wrong with it.

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Burnout is what happens when interest is lost. Coaches stress not to burn them out so they don't play somewhere else. Academies in every country except US play and train daily and those kids still go out and play with friends for fun afterwards. Burnout comes from all the travel, politics (kids see this as much as the parents), lack of diversity in training ie same things every practice like warm up - rondos - small sided games - end of practice, lack of ability to have fun. Mine plays on a top 3 team, does ODP to play with friends who are on ECNL, GA and USYS teams now, guest plays when she wants to and plays games with the town team to play with HS friends. No burnout in sight, she takes a day off from anything that isn't her club team when she wants and, knock on wood, hasn't had any injuries.

“Mine plays on 3 teams”, that is a recipe for a burn out.

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“Mine plays on 3 teams”, that is a recipe for a burn out.

Absolutely burn out or if not injured

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“Mine plays on 3 teams”, that is a recipe for a burn out.

His kid is probably 12-13? He has no idea what's coming down the pike in terms of injuries and burnout. I learned the hard way, thought my oldest was also invincible at that age. Thankfully it got turned around but a completely new sense of balance and perspective. Can't tell you how many kids I've seen it happen too over the years, all different sports. Also so many that chased the college dream and either didn't make it or didn't play long.

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Burnout is what happens when interest is lost. Coaches stress not to burn them out so they don't play somewhere else. Academies in every country except US play and train daily and those kids still go out and play with friends for fun afterwards. Burnout comes from all the travel, politics (kids see this as much as the parents), lack of diversity in training ie same things every practice like warm up - rondos - small sided games - end of practice, lack of ability to have fun. Mine plays on a top 3 team, does ODP to play with friends who are on ECNL, GA and USYS teams now, guest plays when she wants to and plays games with the town team to play with HS friends. No burnout in sight, she takes a day off from anything that isn't her club team when she wants and, knock on wood, hasn't had any injuries.

What is a "top 3 team"?

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His kid is probably 12-13? He has no idea what's coming down the pike in terms of injuries and burnout. I learned the hard way, thought my oldest was also invincible at that age. Thankfully it got turned around but a completely new sense of balance and perspective. Can't tell you how many kids I've seen it happen too over the years, all different sports. Also so many that chased the college dream and either didn't make it or didn't play long.

I do not understand why parents turn it into something it’s not. This is supposed to be fun. Play at whatever level fits you and you enjoy. Even though stars may exist among our kids the reality is this will not define them as human beings as they get older. Many can start to resent all the stupidity as they grow older and mature and worst of all resent you if you push too hard. I am in the middle of this and by no mean know everything but I do remember my childhood and sports start to become a side note as you get older and find other interest. If only for the reality that real life sets in and nobody is going to be making money from playing sports. If we are talking about womens soccer then it’s even worse. Enjoy and move on.