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 3 Risky Supplements Parents Should Make Sure Athletes Avoid It’s critical that parents help their young athletes avoid dietary supplements in the following categories. 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 How Teammates Can Support Each Other’s Mental Health In partnership with US Club Soccer, this is the first video in of a series of Facebook Live conversations for parents, coaches, and athletes. Five Takeaways From Inclusivity in Sports Panel A sense of belonging is a key element to sports, and PCA is educating coaches and sports leaders on how to make sure all are welcome in the sports community. 6 Ways to Reduce Anxiety During Tough Transitions These six strategies will help you better understand and support your youth athlete's anxiety levels during a tough transition. 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. How Coaches Can Stop Bullying By Youth Sports Parents Sometimes the biggest bully on the field isn't a player, it's a parent. Here are a few strategies coaches can use to step in. 5 Ways Young Athletes Can Improve Their Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic Some tips to help athletes focus on mental health during the pandemic. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles DIY Snacks for Youth Athletes Enable your athlete to build their own healthy snacks at home with these starter recipes! Is Your Athlete Getting Enough Protein? Athletes need to consume a wide variety of high-quality protein foods. Understand quantities and types of protein your young athletes should be consuming. 3 Healthy Recipes for Athletes with Dairy, Soy, and Gluten Restrictions With a bit of prep and pre-planning, you can easily have snacks and meals on hand that are soy, dairy, and gluten-free. Post-Workout Fueling What your athlete eats after exercise is just as important as what they eat beforehand.Here are five strategies to guide your athlete on what and when they need to eat to properly replenish after practice. Why and How to Easily Get More Calcium into Your Athlete’s Diet Registered dietitian, Kristen Ziesmer, provides everything you need to know about calcium and how to make it a part of your athlete’s everyday meal plan. How to Properly Fuel During Training Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, explains the best intra-training practices for your athletes. 10 Healthy Team Snacks for Kids’ Sports Ditch the chips and cookies and bring these healthier team snacks to your child's game instead Nutrition Myths – Diet Trends Young athletes may try the latest diet trends, but parents and coaches can help athletes avoid unbalanced and unhealthy eating habits. Nutrition Myths – Fasting Learn why fad diets, including fasting, are often not appropriate for developing and active young athletes from our expert dietitian. 5 Nutrition Tips for Swimmers: Fueling for Peak Performance Boost your swimming performance with these 5 nutrition tips! Learn how proper hydration, protein, carbs, healthy fats, and recovery can make a difference. How to Turn Any Soup into a Healthy, Hearty Meal Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, shares her best tips for optimizing time, dollars, and nutrition. 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. More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles 3 Common Risk Factors for Stress Fractures and How to Avoid Them Dr. Michele LaBotz, sports medicine physician, explains three reasons that stress fractures are so common, and what you can do to help your athletes. Do You Know How to Coach Leadership Ability? Coaches have a responsibility to help athletes develop those leadership skills, and here, Deborah Gilboa, MD, shares the best ways to coach leadership ability. 9 Tips to Help Your Child Unplug from Screens It can be so hard to strike a balance with screen time, but these tips can help keep both you and your child happy and healthy. The Best Hockey Stretches 5 Reasons Why Your Athlete Needs a Hydration Plan 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. 51 Motivational Quotes for Young Athletes This list of 50 motivational youth sports quotes features iconic athletes and coaches, and can help youth athletes find the focus they need to help their team win. 10 Tips for Better Gut Health Here are a few starting points to improve your athlete's gut health, regardless of whether they're experiencing any issues Comparison v. Competition: How to Develop Positive Body Image on Teams Here is how parents and coaches of young athletes can help develop a body positive image culture in your youth sports team. How Athletes Know When It’s Time to Take a Step Back If you’re debating your future in a sport or on a team, here are some common signs that it might be time to quit or take a step back from sport. 7th Grade Physical Health Tips Follow these tips on how to advance your child's physical health and development in 7th grade. 10 Secrets for Training During That Time of the Month Dr. Michele LaBotz breaks down the period basics you need to know to take control of your cycle and train effectively no matter what time of the month it is. 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