Coaching Junior Athletes

Inigo San Millan Craft of Coaching podcast

Dr. Iñigo San Millán Special: Developing Young Talent in the Pro Peloton

At age 18, Spanish cyclist Juan Ayuso signed with World Tour team UAE Team Emirates. In this podcast, Dr. San Millán discusses Ayuso’s successful move to the pro peloton and the obstacles facing American junior cyclists.

photo of Pete Webber coaching two young athletes

How to Coach Parents of Young Athletes

It’s the job no one wants, but coaching parents can help young athletes be more successful and committed to the sport.

Boulder Junior Cycling youth cyclists compete during a bike race wearing their signature bright red, BJC cycling jerseys.

10 // Coaching Junior Athletes

Young athletes need coaches to know more than just skill and execution of sport. Top coaches share what they’ve learned about developing juniors.

Athletes from Boulder Junior Cycling

Recent Research on Junior Athletes

We review some of the key findings in recent research on junior athlete development.

world champion youth athletes on a podium

What Makes a Successful Junior Athlete? The Research Might Surprise You

We turn to the latest research to sort out fact from fiction when it comes to young athletes competing in endurance sports.

How to Develop Younger Athletes

How to Develop Younger Athletes

As head coach of one of the nation’s largest junior cycling teams, Pete Webber shifted his program from selection to athlete development.

The Making of a Triathlon World Champion title card

The Making of a Triathlon World Champion

What’s the story behind the rise and development of Olympic champion Kristian Blummenfelt—and what can other coaches learn from it? His coach Arild Tveiten shares his insight with Joe Friel.