What’s the Buzz on Caffeine?
The popular pick-me-up can enhance performance, but it’s important to be aware of the potential side effects.
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A Guide to Seasonal Eating
Eating with the season means you are more likely to get the freshest and most nutritious items.
Tips from the Pros
Looking for insights to improve your game? Check out our tips from top U.S. athletes
Take a Lap: Alternatives to Exercise as Punishment in Youth Sports
Exercise has been used as punishment in the past, but there’s ways to prove a point other than forced physical exertion.
Up in Smoke: The Dangers of Vaping
Vaping is thought to be safer than smoking cigarettes, but it is actually harmful to a young athlete’s training and long-term health.
Eating to Win: Pre-match Fueling
Eating before a match is an important part of being a successful athlete. No matter if a match is over in three sets or goes five sets, here are some fueling tips to make sure your body is ready to keep playing through the end.
Foods That Heal
With the right nutrients in your diet, you can lower the risk of injury and recover more quickly if you do get hurt.
Four Myths You Should Know About Supplements
Dietary supplements are omnipresent in sports, but be cautious before buying.
Ironing Out Nutrition: Building an Iron-Rich Diet for Top Performance
The body needs iron for growth, development, cellular functioning and to make certain hormones and connective tissue. Making sure your diet includes iron-rich foods is particularly important for athletes.
Tips For Helping Athletes Overcome Sports Anxiety
For many kids, sports provide their first taste of anxiety: the stress of serving at game point or making that all-important dig.