Between mental and physical health, our youth face so many potential issues whether they’re playing traditional sports or gaming.

In this episode of Power Your Performance, Gary is joined by Dr. Abby Gordon, physical therapist, and Dr. Susan Kleiner owner of High Performance Nutrition, LLC to discuss the risks facing our youth in a post-COVID world. They discuss why parents shouldn’t feel disappointed if their child moves out of traditional sports and takes an interest in gaming, and how this medium can really help to cultivate a community for their child.

They also discuss the risks, both physical and mental that can occur through everyday play, and what parents should know to be able to minimize these.

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Full Episode Breakdown:

3:08 – Abby discusses why she chose the path of physical therapy, and why she moved into pediatrics.

5:32 – Dr. Sue talks about why she is so passionate about helping students in the sports world, and how she is helping them transition into the world of gaming.

8:43 – Why parents should be more involved in the world of gaming.

11:34 – How can kids make sure they are still taking proper care of their bodies if they are playing a lot of games?

14:49 – How kids can start taking care of themselves through movement, and how that can help transform other areas of their lives.

19:10 – What are the common injuries that happen within the world of esports and gaming?

22:04 – Abby talks about how athletes are looking at gaming options, and how that’s changing.

25:04 – How has being at home and gaming impacted gamers and kids at home?

29:04 – As more high-profile people talk about and bring mental health to the forefront, is that affecting how more people are being open about their feelings?

33:20 – Are parents more willing to notice and raise their hands for their kids who are showing signs of mental health struggles?