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Completely agree with above points.

Wax if you decide to remove hair in good time before competition, and shave if it is last minute.

I dont believe it will cause any bloating. There arent much research on it tbh.

I would trust your coach, and if you have any doubts or concerns just bring it up to him/her.

No it wouldn't nutrition is the key.

Agree

Calorie deficit - and high protein intake

Looking fantastic !

Fantastic

Consistent energy deficit and high protein intake. I still believe fasted training (with protein intake prior to the run to maintain lean mass) can oxidise fat.

He is just entering his teenager years where growth becomes important and injury risks are high. I would start with body weight exercises with him rather than weights.

Kettlebell training does bring some good core strength so thats properly why you feeling your abs are growing.

You can increase your muscle mass as well as reducing your fat. Its tough but possible! Nutrition should be on point. Try to hit approximately 2 of protein per kg BW per day, and aim for an energy...

agree. Embrace it. A good core helps you perform a lot of exercises with good technique.

As long as you get your 2-2.5 g of proteins in your food, I doubt you will need BCAAs supplement.

What is your nutrition like? Ensure you take some rest days and have adequate sleep. Indeed nutrition plays a major role in recovery.

How did you measure your bodyfat? DEXA method will be the gold standard method to measure your BF%. I agree, if you were 15% and do not see any muscle mass definition, thats a clear explanation that...

I will recommend you are honest, and you explain how you feeling with your coach. Indeed ask for why you doing certain things! Coaches should make sure their plans are evidence-based and not...