Doug Kechijian on Early Specialization, Longevity Training, and Rehab Success

Doug Kechijian on Early Specialization, Longevity Training, and Rehab Success

Author: Mike Robertson May 8, 2026 Duration: 58:52

Here are a couple of questions I’ve been thinking a lot about lately… What should “longevity” training look and feel like? Is early specialization as bad as we make it out to be? And how do we ensure better success with our rehab and return to play athletes? If you’re curious about any of these […]

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