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 Athletic Trainers: Tips for Helping Athletes Avoid Risks from Perfectionism Here are a few warning signs that perfectionism is taking a dangerous turn and explain what you can do to help as an athletic trainer. 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. Mental Health Checklist It’s up to parents and coaches to communicate and behave in a way that reduces anxiety around sport performance and reinforces the positive benefits of sport. See the checklist by TrueSport to best support the athletes in your life. Do You Know How to Help Your Athlete After a Bad Game? Here are a few simple strategies to help your youth athlete move on after a bad game in a way that's productive. 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. How Coaches Can Better Support Athletes After Change 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. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles 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. 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. 12 Things You Should Know About Macronutrients TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD, explains macronutrients so you can help your athlete eat the right thing at the right time. 5 Healthy and Easy Meals Made with Chicken Chicken is a meal-prep staple for a reason. Cook smarter not harder using these healthy and easy chicken meals. Dairy Alternatives: Are Your Athletes Getting Nutrients? While cow’s milk offers many nutritional benefits, research will help ensure that your athlete can get key nutrients from dairy alternatives too. Nutrition Myths: Do These Fueling Traditions Work? There are some modern tweaks to nutrition myths you can make to ensure that your athlete is properly fueled and getting the nutrition he or she needs. 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. 10 Favorite Recipes for Taco Tuesday (or any day) for Your Athlete Dive into these tasty taco recipes that will fill your youth athlete before or after a big game. How to Help Your Athlete Eat for Brain Health While many athletes focus on nutrition to fuel their bodies, good nutrition is equally important for healthy brain function. 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. How to Coach to Culture: Tips for Cross-Culture Communication in Sport TrueSport Expert Nadia Kyba, MSW, explains coaches can take simple steps to improve cross-culture communication skills—and improve your team as a result. Should Male and Female Athletes Fuel Differently? More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles How Weight Training Helps With Boxing 5 Tips to Staying Healthy and on the Field Outdoor sports are finally in full force. Although many athletes have been training, conditioning and playing games, the intensity will definitely be ramping up with more practices and games each week. So how can an athlete stay healthy and on... Staying in Shape During COVID-19: Tips for Athletes The Power of Pause: Why and How to Take Breaks in Sport Pay attention to signs that your athlete may need a break from sport, and make sure that your athlete knows that a break is okay—and even healthy! What Can Sports Families Do to Build Healthy Athletes? Healthy athletes ultimately compete better and longer in their chosen sport while also developing important life skills. How to Set Goals That You Can Actually Control The best way to break a big goal down into bite-sized, controllable chunks to give yourself the best chance for success. Practical guidelines for modifying or cancelling Sports Practices. 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. How Can Athletes Ditch Procrastination in Sport and Life? TrueSport Expert Kevin Chapman, PhD, is explaining why young athletes tend to procrastinate and how to stop procrastinating once and for all. See a Doctor, or Wait and See? Tackling the Problem of Tackling in Youth Football: What Do Parents Think? Soccer Injuries and Prevention Regardless of position, soccer players should consider have their technique examined sports medicine professional. 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