Resources: ltad resource papers

Canadian Sport for Life: LTAD Resource Paper This consultation paper describes a 7-stage Canadian framework of LTAD, a training, competition, and recovery program based on developmental age - the maturation level of an individual - rather than chronological age. Read more about Canadian Sport for Life: LTAD Resource Paper	Developing Physical Literacy: A guide for parents of children ages 0 to 12 Childhood obesity threatens the future health of Canada, and the problem needs to be addressed NOW if we are to prevent a generation of children from growing up with chronic health problems. Read more about Developing Physical Literacy: A guide for parents of children ages 0 to 12
No Accidental Champions: LTAD for Athletes with a Disability (2nd Edition) No Accidental Champions describes some of the opportunities and challenges that face persons with permanent disabilities in pursuing sport and physical activity. Read more about No Accidental Champions: LTAD for Athletes with a Disability (2nd Edition)	Quality Sport and Physical Activity for all Canadians The purpose of the CS4L Activation Strategy is to provide a five-year work guide for the CS4L Leadership Team. Read more about Quality Sport and Physical Activity for all Canadians
Sleep, Recovery, and Human Performance Sleep has a direct effect on metabolic processes such as energy balance, appetite and weight control. Read more about Sleep, Recovery, and Human Performance	A Sport Parent's Guide As parents, we recognize that sports and physical activity play an important role in our children’s healthy growth and development, but recently physical activity has suffered serious decline among Canadian children. Read more about A Sport Parent's Guide