How to Work With, Not Against, Your Athlete
Deborah Gilboa, MD Dealing with a resistant athlete—whether they don’t want to go to their practice or they are skipping homework for an extra workout —can be frustrating for any [...]
7 Ways Athletes Can Show Leadership in the Face of Resistance
Deborah Gilboa, MD Student leadership is difficult. If you’re the captain of a team or in another leadership role, you’re probably tasked with making unpopular decisions, which can lead to [...]
USA Cheer Announces Kaitlyn Lyday as New Marketing & Social Media Director
DALLAS (February 1, 2024) – USA Cheer, the governing body for cheerleading in the United States, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kaitlyn Lyday as its new Marketing & Social Media Director. With an [...]
What is Clean Sport and Why Does it Matter?
Dr. Jennifer Royer, Senior Director of TrueSport and Awareness, USADA You may have heard the term ‘clean sport’ used in conversations about anti-doping, or around the United States Anti-Doping Agency [...]
Is Your Athlete Using Supplements? Here’s How to Minimize the Risks
Tammy Hanson, Director of Elite Education, USADA Most sport parents have heard their athletes talk about how much they need this or that supplement to perform better, stay healthier, or [...]
6 Ways to Help Prepare Athletes for Future Anti-Doping Programs
Tammy Hanson, Director of Elite Education, USADA Athletes often assume that anti-doping only becomes relevant to them once they’re over 18 or start playing at the professional level. The reality [...]
Does My Athlete Need Hydration Supplements?
TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer You may have noticed electrolyte drinks and drink mixes popping up on social media, in articles, on podcasts, and in grocery stores in recent years. But [...]
What is misconduct in sport and how can you respond?
While sport should be a safe place for athletes to grow and thrive, the devastating reality is that there are times when that’s not true. That is why it’s so important for [...]
8 Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Promote Sleep with Nutrition
TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer If your athlete is struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep through the night, or is dealing with some mild feelings of anxiety, tweaking their nutrition habits [...]
7 Ways Communities and Systems Can Support Mental Wellness for Student-Athletes
Jennifer Royer, PhD Youth sport has many stakeholders, ranging from the athletes themselves to their caregivers, coaches, sports organizers, and communities. While all those roles come with their own challenges, [...]