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 Make Tasty Smoothies that Also Support Athletic Performance Smoothies can be an easy and practical part of an athlete’s daily nutrition. 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 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. The Importance of Positive Thinking in Sports It is crucial for a young athlete to learn how to stay positive regardless of what happens in the heat of competition. All Players Have Symptoms of ‘Phonomaladritis’ We complain about it and see it every day in others and we have become immune to how much, we ourselves, have fallen prey to the disease. I present to you Phonomaladritis, the lingering social and medical sickness of extended phone dependency. “Winning at What Cost” the Mental Health Crisis Facing Today’s Student Athletes Learn more about the mental health challenges facing high school athletes and positive role coaches, schools, and communities can play make improvements. 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 and How Athletes Should Set Non-Sport Goals Amanda Stanec, PhD, shares how parents and coaches should help athletes set non-sport-related goals, as well as other tips to help young athletes thrive. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles Pre-Game Hydration For Youth Athletes Fueling Up: Nutritious Snacks for Young Athletes Consumption of adequate fuel from meals and snacks is essential for growth and development What Simple Snacks Would a Sport Dietitian Pack? Do You Really Need to Avoid Processed Foods? Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD, breaks down the differences between unprocessed, processed, and ultra-processed foods, and how they fit into an athlete's diet. 9 Important Things to Know About Intuitive Eating for Young Athletes TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, a registered dietitian, explains some of the nuances around intuitive eating and its application for athletes. What’s the Difference between Nutrition and Supplement Labels? Supplements are less tightly regulated than food products, so opt for products that have a nutrition facts label, and are as whole food-based as possible. Cat’s Cookies and Milk Recipe Cat shares her famous golden brown chocolate chip recipe that compliments best with a glass of Milk. Team Snack Checklist Your turn to bring a snack for the team? Take a look at this Team Snack Checklist before heading off to games and matches to ensure you know what foods to avoid and what to bring instead to keep young... 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. 5 Simple Ways to Tackle Vitamin D Deficiency with Food In most cases, young athletes can get all the vitamin D they need from food and small doses of sun exposure. How to Prepare Freezer Meals to Save Time During the Season TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian, walks through her best advice for creating freezer meals that are right for your busy family. Orthorexia Nervosa: What You Need to Know to Safeguard Your Athletes Learn about the dangers of orthorexia and how to recognize the warning signs to prevent your athlete from developing this new psychological eating disorder. More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles 1st Grade Physical Health Tips Follow these tips on how to advance your child's physical health and development in 1st grade. Anti-Doping 101: What Parents Need to Know Before Their Child is Tested Young athletes may be subject to anti-doping testing as they progress through sport. Here's what you and your athlete should know about testing. 4 Tips to a Faster Recovery As much as we think playing sports builds muscles, they actually break them down when they don’t get enough time and rest to repair. Use these four tips to recover faster, play at your best, and stay injury-free. Everything Parents Need to Know about Sports Drinks versus Other Rehydration Solutions Learn the difference between the drinks marketed towards athletes and how you can help your athlete find the right mix for their needs. Protein’s Effect on Sleep and Muscle Recovery Explore the impact of protein consumption before bed on both sleep quality and the body’s normal response to training. 10 Tips for Balanced Nutrition during Vacation and Holidays Tips on how to approach holidays and vacations mindfully so that athletes can feel comfortable getting the nutrients they need and the flavors they want. Disabled Hockey Award a Dream Realized “This sport has moved me so far. I’ve exceeded all of the goals I could’ve ever set for myself.” How to Gain Weight Healthfully Gelatin Shots: A New Approach to Sports Nutrition? Holistic Coaching for the Benefit of All Players Too often, leagues and teams define their success by their won-loss records. And yet, if evaluated objectively, those wins and championships were more a consequence of a few elite players and mediocre competition than general player development. Top 3 Nutrient Deficiencies in Teens With so much going on with teens, it can be hard to prioritize a healthy nutrition plan and that can sometimes lead to certain nutrient deficiencies. 4 Questions to Help Change a Young Athlete’s Negative Thought Process As a coach, you can teach your young athletes how to examine their feelings and move on from negative thoughts. 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