Auditorily Adaptive Sports Auditorily adaptive sports are games that are modified to serve individuals with auditory difficulties or triggers so they can participate without any disadvantage. Athletes gain the same benefits from adaptive sports as nonadaptive sports and they are a great way to find comradery and instill a strong sense of self. Have something to add? It looks like we’re running low on content for these sports. Help us fill this page with useful tips, drills, and information. Submit your ideas or resources and we’ll get to work! Make a suggestion Competition, Camaraderie, Therapy: Warrior Classic a Positive Experience for Players More Athlete's Health Articles 5 Practical Self-Care Tips For Youth Athletes Help your young athletes develop a stronger mindset to deal with the stresses of sport and daily life by introducing self-care strategies and encouraging them to practice them daily. The Growth of Women’s Sports and Why It Matters for Youth Sport Olympian Kara Winger talks about how the narrative around girls in sport is changing and why professional women athletes are a necessary part of that change. How to Tackle Team Drama by Talking It Out Tackle youth sports team drama by building strong communication skills that will serve your athletes in sport and throughout their lives. “Swing and a…..miss?” – Protect the Vision of Your Athlete (and Your Whole Family!) Protect your family’s vision by proactively scheduling eye exams annually for the whole family – don’t wait until something seems “off.” How to Support Your Child as They Grow Their Social Circle Parents, how do you keep your child safe in sport as they grow their social circle? Read the article for helpful tips and resources. Practical guidelines for modifying or cancelling Sports Practices. Why and How to Calculate Your Athlete’s Sweat Rate Kristen Ziesmer explains how to help your athlete calculate sweat rate, and what you need to know to optimize their hydration plan. Six Keys to Lowering Your Risk of a Knee Injury No matter the activity or the body part we’re analyzing, a proper warm-up is essential! We need to prep our tissues for the work ahead of them. Running Interference on Youth Football Injuries Reducing Anxiety to Make Game Day as Good as Practice As a coach, learn how you can help your youth sports athletes reduce anxiety to make game day as good as a practice, for a more mentally prepared team. How to Use Technology to Optimize Athlete Recovery and Sleep Dr. Laura Lewis, the Director of Science at USADA, busts some myths around sleep trackers and explains the situations where they might actually be useful. How to Help Your Overwhelmed Athlete Set Realistic Goals As a parent, you can help your athlete hone in on what really matters to them. Here are some easy ways to help your overwhelmed athlete set realistic goals. View all athlete health articles