08/10/2026
Your athlete can be strong, fast, and talented—and still have movement gaps holding them back.
- Knees collapsing inward when they land
- Stiff ankles
- Poor single-leg balance
- Limited hip mobility
- Weak glutes
- Poor rotational control
- Shoulder mobility or stability deficits
These are some of the most common movement problems we see in young athletes—and they can affect everything from how an athlete runs and jumps to how they absorb force, generate power, and handle the demands of their sport.
The good news? Movement can be trained.
We broke down 7 of the most common movement problems we see in young athletes, why they matter, and what athletes can do about them in our newest blog.
And this is exactly why movement assessment and performance coaching belong in an athlete’s training lineup. 🏃♀️⚾️🤼♂️🏐🏀
- You train strength.
- You train speed.
- You train skills.
Don’t forget to train how your body moves.
Read the full blog on our website: The Most Common Movement Problems We See in Young Athletes.
🔗 Head to our website to read it and learn more about athlete movement and performance at Ames Spine & Sport.
