Athletic Skills Podcast Episode 11 Fun in the Early Years of Physical Development with Natalie Weir

In this episode of the Athletic Skills Podcast, we chat to Natalie, who is an an expert in Early Years Physical Development. Natalie is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Derby, exploring the relationship between physical activity and physical literacy in the early years and creating a health impact start-up called Playivity. Natalie shares her philosophy of FUN being at the centre of early years physical development and how coaches/teachers need to be comfortable with chaos. Natalie shares her research on physical activity in the early years and the role of physical literacy in children's lives. She also provides some great practical tips for any Sports Coach or PE teachers who are working with youth athletes.

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