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.
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How Youth Sports Can Lead to a Better Job Later in Life
Highlights from a 2014 study that examined how participation in high school sports correlated with a person’s behaviors and accomplishments later in life.
Recognizing Effort Can Keep Your Child in the Game
It’s easy as a parent to focus on results. But for well-rounded, lifelong athletes, a focus on recognizing effort rather than results can yield more benefits.
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.
Helping Your Multisport Athlete Navigate Seasons
Playing more than one sport is great for an athlete’s well-being. Here’s how you can be a supportive coach as they transition between sports.
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.
The Uniqueness of Volleyball
This article should be explained to (and understood by) all parents, as volleyball is known as a sport that is not a “parent-pleaser.”