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Help keep your athlete safe and healthy so they can experience success on and off the field.

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Quick Tips to Prevent Bullying
June 2, 2023
Just because the player does not appear bothered by the treatment does not mean the behavior is acceptable. A vast majority of SafeSport reports to USA Hockey involve bullying either by a coach or by a teammate. The key for parents, locker room monitors and coaches is distinguishing between behavior that is just plain mean […]
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Nutrition 101 for Athletes
June 2, 2023
In addition to needing adequate calories, athletes can also be at risk of having deficiencies of several specific nutrients. This article provides an excellent overview of nutrition 101 for athletes – from proteins, fats, and carbs to specific vitamins and minerals. While a healthy diet is the first line of defense against energy and nutrient […]
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Gelatin Shots: A New Approach to Sports Nutrition?
June 2, 2023
When examining various food sources, gelatin was found to have a similar amino acid profile to collagen – primarily because of its proline content. A favorite childhood dessert part of a sports nutrition routine? Yes! What? A favorite childhood dessert part of a sports nutrition routine? Yes. A new University of California at Davis study […]
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You Can’t Compete At Your Best Without Healthy Joints
June 2, 2023
Both glucosamine and chondroitin sulfates support joint function and mobility by enhancing the body’s production of glycosaminoglycan (GAGs), which are required to form various important components of joint cartilage. Whether elite or weekend warrior, it pays to invest in joint health To learn more about Thorne Nutritional products and our partnership please click here Thorne has […]
Understanding the Risk of Heat Illness
June 2, 2023
Exertional heat stroke is one of the top three causes of sport related death, however, it can be prevented with proper strategies in place. Summertime has become a prime season for youth lacrosse. Camps, clinics and club tournaments populate the calendar during these months and keep many players heavily engaged with the sport. Summer is, […]
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Don’t Cheat Your Body, Recover Smart After Summer Workouts
June 2, 2023
While increased activity is great for your health and wellness, it places an extra demand on your body to recover. The more exercise you do, the more recovery time your body needs With summer here, many of us ramp up our training and competing. We run more, bike more, swim more, play more soccer, baseball, […]
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Beware the Concession Stand
June 2, 2023
Unfortunately, junk food is the main inventory at most concession stands
Study on Headgear Use in Girls’ Lacrosse
June 2, 2023
“We’ll have to see whether the elevated risk remained when the girls began wearing the new protective headgear designed specifically for the women’s game in the spring 2018 season.” Findings from a recent research study on the effects of head protection on player safety in girls’ high school lacrosse indicate that there may be an […]
Helping Your Athletes Practice Mindfulness
Stay Loose: Helping Your Athletes Practice Mindfulness
June 2, 2023
Stress causes shallow breathing, so this is a great way to fight stress. Also, deep listening can help athletes focus. Coaches can use a singing bowl, chime or an app that can help groups to concentrate. As adults we can sometimes forget that being a kid can be stressful, too. Fortunately, coaches can help their […]
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Twelve Ways to Destroy a Lacrosse Goalie’s Development
June 2, 2023
While it’s not intentional, there’s a big population of lacrosse coaches out there who are actually hurting the development of their goalies. With the growth of the sport of lacrosse, many teams find themselves with head coaches with very little experience. It’s a tough task than to expect that the majority of teams would have […]
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