FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Last Updated: January 1, 2010

Q: Who is Mike Grafstein?

Answer:  Mike Grafstein is a well known Athletic Therapist (CAT(C))and Youth Conditioning Specialist (YCS) and Youth Nutrition Specialist (YNS)  in the Ontario Soccer community. He has  provided both injury prevention and conditioning guidance for the Ontario Soccer Association in the early 1990's  in which he the senior therapist and conditioning consultant and was part of three national championship teams and from 2000 to 2010 did the same with Bryst International.com  recognized leaders in youth soccer development.

Mike  also held the position of Head Therapist  of SAAC (Soccer Academy Alliance of Canada from 2006 -2009.  

Mike is recognized for his basic, simple and effective strength and conditioning programs, injury prevention strategies and nutritional information  for young aspiring male and female athletes.

He has written many articles for Inside Soccer Magazine, Ezinearticles.com and SoccerHelp.com.

Mike has traveled internationally to England, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Portugal, Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago with the provincial program and Bryst International.

He has seen some of the top elite youth soccer training from clubs like Bayern Munich, Sauchaux and  Manchester United.  

Mike continues to keep current with the latest research on youth strength and development and applies the information specifically for soccer players.

Mike has been  a senior therapist at sports medicines clinics performing orthopedic assessment and rehabilitation to many athletes, weekend warriors and "Olympic" desk jockeys.

Mike has over 20 years of clinical experience, field experience and strength training with his backgrounds in Athletic Therapy, Massage Therapy and Youth Fitness Strength and Conditioning.     

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Q: What is an e-book and why is Elite Soccer Power Unleashed only available as an e-book?

Answer:

An e-book is a PDF file that is available for immediate download after your purchase. You will receive download instructions for the Elite  Soccer Power , as well as the bonuses. You will be able to download them and print them within minutes of ordering.

Having immediate access to these files is a major benefit of e-book distribution. If you want to start the program within the next hour, you can do so simply by ordering your e-book and downloading the information.

The conditioning music is downloaded in MP3 format that allows you to download directly into your IPod or Mp3 player.

Q: Do I need to go to a gym to use machines do the exercises?

Answer: NO. The exercises in the book were designed with the thought of you doing your training in the comfort of your home; if you have gym membership you can do the program there.

Q: How old should my son or daughter be before they start these exercises?

Answer:

Excellent question! I suggest that they be at least eight (8) years old before they start these exercises.

The exercises are given step by step instruction with pictures.

Q: Doesn't lifting weights stunt growth plate development of young athletes?

Answer:

This is a myth. A young child who follows proper exercise protocol will not only get stronger but increase confidence and reduce the chance of injury on the soccer pitch.

Q: My child is getting injured all the time. Is there anything that can be done to avoid more injuries.

Answer:

Yes. Elite Soccer Power also comes with Soccer Injury Prevention and Soccer Nutrition. these books include tips on warm up, proper nutrition and sleep. Three areas that many need improvement.

Q: Is there a program or information on how to avoid knee injuries.

Answer:

Yes. In the Soccer injury prevention book there is a 6 week injury prevention program.  This program is specific for preventing ACL injuries in the knee.

Elite Soccer Power was designed with all levels of training in mind.

The focus is always proper technique before load.

Sincerely

Mike Grafstein
B.Ph.Ed, CAT(C), RMT, YCS, YNS.

Author: Elite Soccer Power, Soccer Injury Prevention and Soccer Nutrition 

ps. Please feel free to contact Mike at info@elitesoccerpower.com

pps. There is a 60 day money back guarantee. If you are not satisfied for any reason just send us an e-mail and we will gladly give you your money back.