Athlete’s Health Emotionally, Mentally, Physically... Learn how to keep your athletes happy and healthy so they may experience success both on and off the field. Powered by the experience and values of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, TrueSport provides educational resources focused on Sportsmanship, Character Building & Life Skills, and Clean & Healthy Performance that support the whole child and help teach the life lessons that can be learned through sport.Follow TrueSport on SportsEngine Play > Read TrueSport stories Presented by How to Cope with Too Much Pressure from Your Sport Circle Your coach, parents, and teammates may not mean to put you under pressure, but comments about your athletic career can make you feel stressed and anxious. Supplement Series by TrueSport This five-part series explores the potential benefits of dietary supplements and their risks. And, if you decide you do need to use supplements, how you can better choose a low-risk product. What is a Supplement? Is it Risky to Use Supplements? 3 Risky Supplements Parents Should Make Sure Athletes Avoid Do I Need to Use Supplements? What Supplements Should I Avoid? Mental Health 9 Social Media Do’s and Don’ts for Healthy Team Culture TrueSport Expert Nadia Kyba, MSW, is sharing some simple do’s and don’ts for creating a social media policy with your athletes that will improve team culture. Beyond the Body: How the Brain Gets Involved in Sport Michele LaBotz, TrueSport Expert and sports medicine physician, explains the basics of brain chemistry that may change the way you coach your athletes. TrueSport Talks Mental Wellness: Noah’s Story Listen to professional track and field star and Olympic Bronze Medalist Noah Lyles discuss his mental health journey to the big stage. 3 Ways Volleyball Athletes Can Overcome the Social Media Timelines Navigating the world of social media is tricky. Here are some techniques that athletes can use to limit social media's negative effects. Is My Young Athlete Mentally Well? When and How to Intervene TrueSport Expert Kevin Chapman, PhD, clinical psychologist, shares red flags to look for when it comes to an athlete’s mental well-being. Self-Care for Survivor Supporters Tips on self-care for survivors and their supporters. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles Is it Risky to Use Supplements? Due to post-market regulation, all supplements come with some amount of risk, which you can learn more about below. Myth Busters: Why Athletes Don’t Need Protein Powders Are protein powders right for your athlete? What health benefits do they provide? Find out in this article from TrueSport. 6 Ways to Use the Same Ingredients for Different Meals How to use the same ingredients to make different meals for the week, saving you time while keeping your athletes healthy and satisfied. How to Eat for Immune Support During COVID-19 Registered dietitian and specialist in sports dietetics shares her best tips for boosting immunity in the kitchen. What Supplements Are Safe to Use? Now it’s time to decide which supplements might actually work and learn how to pick the lowest-risk product possible. 5 Surprising Things You Need to Know About Nutrition Buzzwords When shopping at the grocery store, beware of labels like ‘clean’ or ’superfood,’ as these words have no technical meaning and are used for marketing purposes. 7 Tips for Meal Prep to Fuel Young Athletes for the Week Meal prep may mean reimagining the process to save time, accommodate picky tastebuds, and work around your athlete’s busy schedule. Seven Delicious Foods To Help Boost Your Child’s Immune System With covid-19 disproportionately affecting those with compromised immune systems, it's imperative we educate parents on how to ensure their children develop healthy habits that boost their immune systems. This article gives parents 7 great ideas to help b Ariel’s Kata Smoothie Recipe Ariel chops up fruit for a Milk enhanced Kata smoothie. 3 Steps to Hydrating Youth Athletes for Healthy Performance As a coach or parent, you probably know that hydrated athletes generally perform and feel better than dehydrated ones. 7 Best Go-To Foods to Bring on the Road Here are a few easy options to tackle any amount of hunger with cost-effective, tasty, and healthy options on a road trip. REDs: The Role of Nutrition in Prevention Nutrition plays an important role in the prevention of REDs for young athletes and caregivers can help athletes make smart nutritional choices. More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles 11 Ways Parents Can Build Athlete Resilience by Improving Outlook How to offer your athlete a different perspective on an experience, one that will allow them to consider their own outlook and reframe it, building resilience. Why Are Young Athletes Quitting Sports? Kids want action, freedom and control over their activites From Pads to Flags: A New Era of Youth Football? Increase in awareness and scientific focus should result in safest possible system 5 Common Questions about Supplements and How Coaches Should Answer Them 8 Ways to Improve Your Self-Talk for Better Performance How to catch yourself in negative self-talk moments and create new positive self-talk behaviors that help improve your outlook and your sport performance. Nutrition 101 for Athletes Mental Strength Is Physical Strength Defining the Role of a Coach: Game Changing Tips By understanding the many roles they fill, coaches can approach their interactions with their team with care and intention. When Young Athletes Doubt Their Skills When Criticized Athletic Trainers: Recovery Tips for Physical and Mental Wellness Athletic Trainers can support recovery by helping athletes understand the importance of sleep, how to dial in nutrition, and how to reduce stress and strain. 9 Easy Ways to Prevent Cliques on Teams Preventing cliques is one of many ways to proactively avoid conflict on a team, including bullying behaviors. 5 Reasons Why Your Athlete Needs a Hydration Plan View all athlete health articles Programs near you Change Location Change Location Midwest 3 on 3 2026 October 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Sports Offered Basketball About 11 miles from you Competition (Event, Meet, Tourney) • Boys, Girls Jan 17, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 August 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Sports Offered Basketball About 11 miles from you Competition (Event, Meet, Tourney) • Boys, Girls Jan 17, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 December 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Sports Offered Basketball About 11 miles from you Competition (Event, Meet, Tourney) • Boys, Girls Jan 17, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Legacy Hoops (Hopkins) Session 1 Sports Offered Basketball About 11 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Jan 5, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Legacy Hoops (Hopkins) Session 2 Sports Offered Basketball About 11 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Jan 5, 2026 - May 17, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Blaine 3 on 3 Basketball League Sports Offered Basketball About 12 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Jan 5, 2026 - May 17, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Champlin Park 3 on 3 Basketball League Sports Offered Basketball About 12 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Dec 7, 2025 - Apr 9, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Cambridge 3 on 3 Basketball League Sports Offered Basketball About 12 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Jan 20, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Elk River 3 on 3 Basketball League Sports Offered Basketball About 12 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Dec 7, 2025 - May 3, 2026 Midwest 3 on 3 2026 Hope Fieldhouse (Rosemount) Spring Sports Offered Basketball About 12 miles from you League or Season (Club, Association, Team) • Boys, Girls Dec 7, 2025 - Jun 21, 2026 View More Beginner Guides Learning a New Sport? 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