re: 11 yo son started lifting in gym.

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for those wondering what kind of gains can be made, i suggest looking at the explosive mechanics insta page and seeing the freaks Jared produces if you are interested in training athletes, his podcast, zac goodmans podcast, along with defrancos old stuff from start of podcast are great starting points. LINK

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The foundation definitely needs to start being laid at that age. Id argue that intense games of tag or kick the can, etc produce physical stimulus that would replicate even the most intense plyometrics you could dream up in a gym. One big problem with training kids is that parents pay by the hour and most of the training people have access to in their areas just isnt worth what youd be paying. I completely agree that the better approach is doing your own research to see what the truly elite coaches are doing, and just work with your kids yourself.