He's a great kid, but he goes non-stop. I'm hoping that he will learn some self-discipline if he takes Taekwondo. He already participates in other team sports (t-ball, soccer).
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I believe it will.  My wife and I enrolled our son when he was 5 (bordering on 6) in Tae Kwan Do.  It taught him discipline, to say "Yes Sir", to follow orders, to be a part of an organized group, and to set goals (get from the white belt to the yellow belt to the orange belt to the purple belt, etc).  Those things did not take away his energy, but it has taught him to focus and to have self control.  Try it out for a period of time, you may be surprised.  We've loved what Tae Kwan Do has done for our son (now a few months away from 7 yrs old and having just gotten to a purple belt).
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Only being 7 1/2, you probably won't see full potential, yet. She's still a kid but with continued practice and dedication, she will continue to achieve.  My suggestion is to send her to summer soccer camps and clinics. They will sharpen her skills and help improve on any weaknesses. In a few years, I would suggest trying her out for a competitive traveling soccer club. From there she will gain more experience from playing against other really good soccer players. The tougher competition will only make her better.\nAs far as the hesitation goes, I think that is just only being 7 yrs. old and not feeling confident all the time. She hesitates because she may feel unsure about herself at times.  Good Luck with everything!
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Let experts give valuable advice to you. as a friend a humbly request you, "Any remedies that wont hurt the kid mentally or physically". Every kids has a unique talent in them. God never create anyone meaninglessly. Try to find out the skill out of him. Forget about his physique. And don't overdose calcium. It may swell the kid's head.
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Of course.  In time that guy leapfrogs the guy with a static skillset.  It's kinda like college.  A kid fresh out of college may not know anything that a skilled guy who didn't go to college but you can bet that he'd be willing to do a hell of lot more of the dirty work to get ahead of the game....and that's potential.
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Well here's the http://www.jadransport.org/articles/3028.html and there was this video of him doing some great tricks freestyle but I can't find it anywhere anymore...but Nikon Jevtic they believe will be the next best thing out of Europe. He has skills like Ronaldinho but let's just see where it takes him........he's only 13 and that's way to young to predict anything. Who knows...maybe some other kid will be as good but i'm definatly waiting for this one to rise. And Krkik too!! :D We need to see more young talent from Europe than South America!! Maybe a next Cruyff or Best?? possibly........
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More than likely he will  grow out of it. Give it time if that doesn't work talk to him tell him how you fell.
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He needs to increase his physical activity to more than just once a week.  Unfortunately, video games do not qualify.  His parents need to quit buying the junk food and instead, start buying more fresh fruits and veggies for Omar to munch on.  Although maybe not the healthiest combo, but is my favorite, is baby carrots and ranch dressing (as a dip, so to speak).  Peanut butter on celery and bananas.  He needs to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.  Unsweetened tea works, too.  Pop just adds to the calories, but if he finds a pop that he likes and can live with that is fat free & sugar free (Fresca is my choice), then a can/bottle a day won't kill him.  Frozen dinners might be easier for mom, but unless it's something like Lean Cuisine or Weight Watchers; the dinners are empty nutritionally and full of calories and sodium.\n\nMost importantly, Omar needs to be motivated to lose weight and increase his physical activity.  If everyone (friends, family, etc.) nags at him, you can pretty much kiss that goodbye because he will just dig in his heels and continue as he is.\n\nGood luck!
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Although your son is large for his age, most experts recommend against heavy weight training.  His body, especially his bones are still developing.\n\nI would consult his doctor first, then speak with a certified trainer.
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I think his issues are related to the team he plays for not so much how muscular he is.  He could stand to put on a little muscle, but if he had played for a better team, his training staff would have made sure he did that.
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His best bet would be to enter some "open" tournments in the area. EX: The N.A.G.A. holds grappling tourments where one does not need to be part of a club to participate.  If he does well there other's that are part of clubs will attempt to recruit him.  From there he will train with others and when skill levels raise they will support him into UFC events and or Pride events.  Or look for any training facilities in your area that specialize in martial arts but make sure they are endorse by a national agency. If your located out in the lost lands it might be tough but worth the effort if he's really serious about it.
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Your son will succeed in life with or without the TAG program, not because of his great intellect but because of his great heart. Let him follow his heart. The world is full of opportunities for him to cultivate his mind, but let him do it on his own terms. You have a son who loves his sister and is patient and kind. He appreciates his friends and doesn't aspire right now to move away from them and set himself apart. Even if he stays in regular classes now, by the time he gets to middle and high school, he will automatically start moving away from some of his classmates, as he discovers that he easily grasps abstract concepts that other kids struggle with. The patience he has learned from helping his sister will help him in dealing with the differences he discovers between the way his mind works and the way most other minds work. At this point, if he is not bored in school and he is happy with his life, why pull him out? Let him develop his own enrichment program based on his own passions and interests. He will do just fine. He sounds like he has wisdom, which is far more important than mere intelligence. He has already told you what is the right thing for him.
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yeah it's good to see him skate a again! not on ice though,those skates look kinda weird but yeah still cool coz he wears it lol..and he's a white bandana on..i just saw the pics on ohnozone.net but i havent seen him on tv coz i have class..yeah it's so kind of him to give his time to help kids w/ their math problems..he is a good role model to the youth..not to mention good-looking! haha =D
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Don't push him. I remeber when i was small, i wasn't attracted to any sports activity. But soon, i showed my own commitment and started participating in what seemed fun, and even though I wasnt good, I kept playing whenever I could. Give him some time and he'll show enthusiasium for at least one sport.....
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I think he will definitely make a place for himself in the footballing arena, not only is he young and energetic he is also very focussed and determined to do well and infact is gaining more by playing along side the greats in football. I definitely see him as an idol, 4 to 5 years down the line, for young guns gearing to go on the field.
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if you really get your child into it, they could become professional and open thier own studio. i just wanted to say that there are other types of dance out there than just tap shoes and ballet. i'd imagine there are local youth groups who perform hiphop and have never really thought of giving lessons. theres also all sorts of dances that your child could learn. if your dutch, there is that dance with the pointed hats, braids and clog shoes. if your african there is that dance in the red cloak and rainbow necklaces with the wooden stick. if your only thinking tap or ballet id say create your imagination today. you get my point!
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One of my children is one of those kids that thrives on excelling.  She has never brought home less than an A ever.  She also participates in dance (4 classes a week) plays the viola in the Orchestra,  and has been a member of Girl Scouts for 9 years.  She has also played softball and basketball.  She is an avid reader and is in bed nightly between 9-9:30 up at 6am M-F.   If she could sleep until 10 or 11am she would be overjoyed.  She is her own worst critic and demands excellence from herself.  She has a group of friends at school that are all equally amazing...and none of them ever get into trouble.  I have no idea where she gets "it" from....and I worry sometimes about the amount of pressure she puts on herself.   I guess only time will tell.  But to be honest I do watch her closely for signs of stress or "over doing"  and I do try to make sure there are at least two days a week that are "free" from activities so she (and the rest of us mear mortals) can relax.
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Keep practicing. It will come (no pun intended). he has to get used to a different kind of motion.