11/18/2025
Youth sports season means lots of practices, games… and yes, a few growing pains. So what can kids actually do to prevent injuries?
💪🏼Mobility + body-weight strength
As kids get older, simple strength training and mobility work help keep their bodies balanced and ready to move.
🏀Warm-ups matter
A good stretch, a foam roller, and a proper warm-up before practice or a game are huge for preventing strains.
Two of the most important stretches for young athletes — and how to do them:
• Hip Flexor Stretch
Kneel on one knee, with the other foot planted in front. Gently shift your weight forward until you feel a stretch in the front of the hip on the kneeling side. Keep your chest tall. Hold 20–30 seconds.
• Calf Stretch
Stand facing a wall. Step one foot back and keep the heel down. Lean forward slightly until you feel the stretch in the calf of the back leg. Hold 20–30 seconds.
😴 Sleep (seriously!)
Kids’ bodies repair while they sleep. Less sleep = higher injury risk.
Bonus tip: See a chiropractor for your youth athletes
Regular chiropractic check-ins can help keep kids aligned, moving well, and recovering faster—especially during heavy sports seasons.
Healthy habits now = fewer injuries later. And if your athlete needs help staying aligned and pain-free, at Kehres Health & Chiropractic we’re here to help.