From Coach Jesse

The Youth Athlete Playbook.

Straight answers on strength, speed, and building durable young athletes — for the parents making the decisions and the athletes doing the work. No hype, sources included.

Parent Questions

What Age Should My Kid Start Training?

Every young athlete has three ages: the one on the birth certificate, where they are in their growth, and how long they have been training. Coach Jesse on why he looks at all three before he writes a program.

October 5, 2026 · 4 min read
Parent Questions

Will Strength Training Stunt My Kid's Growth?

The question every parent asks, answered for real — what the American Academy of Pediatrics actually says, where the myth came from, and how to spot safe training anywhere.

September 7, 2026 · 4 min read