Join host Ginny Yurich and renowned sports expert Luis Fernando Llosa as they delve into the gripping world of youth sports hysteria.\nIn this episode of the 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, discover the troubles and solutions surrounding the intense pressure and expectations placed on young athletes. From the adultification of youth sports, to the financial toll on families, to the medical impact on kids, we discuss ways different strategies to promote balance. We also explore the implications for siblings and the critical importance of free play for a child's development.\nLuis shares insights on the industry evolution, the emotional impact on kids, and the need for a balanced approach. Uncover the hidden stories behind sports, the mental health impact, and the transformative potential of changing the narrative. And why there is so much hysteria around sports in the first place! Don't miss this eye-opening conversation on why it's time to rethink youth sports and find a healthier, more fulfilling path for our children.\n**\nPurchase your copy of Beyond Winning here >> https://amzn.to/3UUF7JQ\nPurchase your copy of Emotionally Resilient Teens and Tweens here >> https://amzn.to/3IdjNrb\nCheck out Whole Child Sports here >> https://www.wholechildsports.com/\n**\nDownload your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers\nFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >>\xa0https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings\nOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >>\xa0https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices