J Sport Exerc Psychol February 2019 PMID 30871412

Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming.

Heather K Larson, Bradley W Young, Tara-Leigh F McHugh, Wendy M Rodgers

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Peak: 7 in Mar 2019
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What people are saying

The analysis reflects a balanced curiosity, with posts highlighting alternative factors like coaching quality and environmental influences rather than early specialization alone, using words like 'probably not the problem' and 'interesting approach.' The tone indicates an open-minded engagement that considers both research findings and practical implications, fostering a nuanced view on the topic.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show a neutral to slightly positive stance, acknowledging that early specialization may not be as harmful as traditionally thought, with some posts emphasizing nuanced views rather than outright disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display moderate curiosity, especially regarding new perspectives on youth sport participation and burnout, evidenced by references to recent research and presentations.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions involve some deeper analysis, such as contemplating the roles of coaching quality and environment, and referencing specific academic work, indicating a moderate level of involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest that the article could influence ongoing debates about youth sports practices, as the posts challenge prevalent assumptions and mention implications for coaching and athlete well-being.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores whether early sport specialization (focusing intensely on swimming from a young age) is linked to burnout and dropping out, but existing research mainly relies on time-consuming interviews or surveys, making it hard to draw clear conclusions.
  • Researchers analyzed data from 137 young swimmers and their parents to identify specific markers of early specialization and see if they predict burnout or dropout, but found surprisingly that these early specialization indicators were not positively associated with negative outcomes.
  • The authors suggest that factors such as motivation might play a more significant role in burnout and dropout than early specialization alone, indicating that the relationship between early focus on a sport and negative outcomes is complex.]

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Phil Kearney
@kearney_phil · X

Outstanding presentation on sport specialisation from Heather Larson and colleagues at #2021VirtualNASPSPA https://t.co/nyAmWdhyhe - lots to think about #swimming

Jun 9, 2021 · 26 likes · 4 shares · 5,158 followers View post →
Joe Baker
@bakerjtoronto · X

Unfortunately missing much of the critical discussion of the topic from the last few years by folks like Heather Larson (below) and @SandyMosher https://t.co/33Yg7AbYqO

Jul 25, 2022 · 8 likes · 4,651 followers View post →
Katherine Tamminen
@KA_Tamminen · X

Interesting approach to look at sport specialization and sampling patterns (and thinking critically about models of youth sport participation) by Heather Larson https://t.co/ohIeaVRzGD #2020VirtualNASPSPA

Jun 13, 2020 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 1,855 followers View post →
Joe Baker
@bakerjtoronto · X

Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming - https://t.co/sCgKGIG7rS

Mar 20, 2019 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 4,646 followers View post →
Nanci Guest PhD, RD, CSCS
@NanciGuestRDPhD · X

. New!⤵️ The Plot Thickens

Mar 20, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 10,518 followers View post →
Chunxiao Li, PhD
@cxlilee · X

Early specialization may NOT contribute to burnout and dropout in sport | Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology https://t.co/FnA5O7xjVE

Mar 20, 2019 · 3 likes · 147 followers View post →

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Joe Baker
@bakerjtoronto · X

Unfortunately missing much of the critical discussion of the topic from the last few years by folks like Heather Larson (below) and @SandyMosher https://t.co/33Yg7AbYqO

Jul 25, 2022 · 8 likes · 4,651 followers View post →
Andrew Sheaff
@AndrewKSheaff · X

Early specialization is probably not the problem. Perhaps bad coaching and bad environments are going to be bigger drivers of ‘burnout’. https://t.co/msBbQv7Ra3 @taraleighmchugh

Jan 19, 2022 · 1 like · 2,647 followers View post →
Arman
@coacharman · X

RT @kearney_phil: Outstanding presentation on sport specialisation from Heather Larson and colleagues at #2021VirtualNASPSPA https://t.co/n…

Jun 10, 2021 · 4 shares · 388 followers View post →
Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland
@MSAIreland · X

RT @kearney_phil: Outstanding presentation on sport specialisation from Heather Larson and colleagues at #2021VirtualNASPSPA https://t.co/n…

Jun 10, 2021 · 4 shares · 6,119 followers View post →
Finbar o'kane
@WinLikeFin · X

RT @kearney_phil: Outstanding presentation on sport specialisation from Heather Larson and colleagues at #2021VirtualNASPSPA https://t.co/n…

Jun 10, 2021 · 4 shares · 108 followers View post →
Phil Kearney
@kearney_phil · X

Outstanding presentation on sport specialisation from Heather Larson and colleagues at #2021VirtualNASPSPA https://t.co/nyAmWdhyhe - lots to think about #swimming

Jun 9, 2021 · 26 likes · 4 shares · 5,158 followers View post →
ACPSEMdance
@ACPSEMdance · X

RT @KA_Tamminen: Interesting approach to look at sport specialization and sampling patterns (and thinking critically about models of youth…

Jun 13, 2020 · 3 shares · 2,972 followers View post →
Rachel Dunn
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RT @KA_Tamminen: Interesting approach to look at sport specialization and sampling patterns (and thinking critically about models of youth…

Jun 13, 2020 · 3 shares · 168 followers View post →
Sina Azimi, PhD
@SinAzimi · X

RT @KA_Tamminen: Interesting approach to look at sport specialization and sampling patterns (and thinking critically about models of youth…

Jun 13, 2020 · 3 shares · 314 followers View post →
Katherine Tamminen
@KA_Tamminen · X

Interesting approach to look at sport specialization and sampling patterns (and thinking critically about models of youth sport participation) by Heather Larson https://t.co/ohIeaVRzGD #2020VirtualNASPSPA

Jun 13, 2020 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 1,855 followers View post →
Phil Kearney
@kearney_phil · X

While "there is pragmatic reason to treat ES with caution...extensive early engagement in one sport may not be troublesome, as long as it is accompanied by positive mediating conditions, particularly enjoyment, autonomy, and competency" #Nuance https://t.co/nMeXMHSmqA https://t.co/dHksiLi82M

Apr 8, 2019 · 1 like · 5,155 followers View post →
Nanci Guest PhD, RD, CSCS
@NanciGuestRDPhD · X

RT @NanciGuestRDPhD: . New!⤵️ The Plot Thickens

Mar 21, 2019 · 1 share · 10,518 followers View post →
Justin Durandt
@JDurandt · X

RT @bakerjyorku: Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming - https://t.co/sCgKGIG7rS

Mar 21, 2019 · 3 shares · 213 followers View post →
Dr Martin Toms
@drmartintoms · X

RT @bakerjyorku: Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming - https://t.co/sCgKGIG7rS

Mar 21, 2019 · 3 shares · 9,674 followers View post →
Nick Wattie
@wattien · X

RT @bakerjyorku: Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming - https://t.co/sCgKGIG7rS

Mar 21, 2019 · 3 shares · 593 followers View post →
Nanci Guest PhD, RD, CSCS
@NanciGuestRDPhD · X

. New!⤵️ The Plot Thickens

Mar 20, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 10,518 followers View post →
Joe Baker
@bakerjtoronto · X

Markers of Early Specialization and Their Relationships With Burnout and Dropout in Swimming - https://t.co/sCgKGIG7rS

Mar 20, 2019 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 4,646 followers View post →
Chunxiao Li, PhD
@cxlilee · X

Early specialization may NOT contribute to burnout and dropout in sport | Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology https://t.co/FnA5O7xjVE

Mar 20, 2019 · 3 likes · 147 followers View post →