What is Sweat Testing and do my Athletes Need It?
You may be hearing a lot of buzz around sweat testing for athletes, especially as more companies bring out sweat testing patches that are easier to wear during practice and competition. But [...]
When, Why, and How to Take Advantage of Chilled Drinks for Hydration
There’s a reason that if you watch the Olympic Games closely, you’ll notice that some teams aren’t just swigging water from water bottles. Rather, they appear to be sipping slushies—that refreshing combination [...]
Athletic Trainers: Tips for Helping Athletes Avoid Risks from Perfectionism
Being a perfectionist might sound like a positive trait, but for a young athlete, it can be deadly. Athletes who suffer from maladaptive perfectionist tendencies are at a high risk for anxiety, [...]
6 Reasons Performance Anxiety is Higher than Ever in Youth Sport
Kevin Chapman, PhD Now more than ever, young athletes are feeling pressure: Pressure to perform in sport, to have a certain image on social media, to get good grades, to [...]
5 Surprising Things You Need to Know About Nutrition Buzzwords
TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer Walking through the aisles at the grocery store, you’re confronted with dozens of terms and phrases that are all trying to suggest that a certain food [...]
Why and How to Prioritize Sleep for Mental Wellness
Charron Sumler, LPCC Whether in high school or in college, your athletes are probably not getting enough sleep to maximize their potential at practice and on gameday. As a coach, this [...]
How to Cope with Too Much Pressure from Your Sport Circle
Kevin Chapman, PhD It can sometimes feel like you’re under pressure in every aspect of your life, from your grades to your sport to your social life. And to some [...]
Athletic Trainers: Recovery Tips for Physical and Mental Wellness
As an athletic trainer (AT), you play a unique role in a young athlete’s life. You typically have significant insight into an athlete’s health and wellbeing, and often serve as an athlete’s [...]
8 Easy Tips for Talking to Young Athletes About Physical Differences
From a young age, it’s important that your athlete understands that not all kids are going to look the same or have the same abilities. This diversity can be tricky for very [...]
The Best Dump and Go Meals for Youth Sport Families
TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer If you’re a busy parent, dump and go meals should be your best friend when it comes to getting nutritious, filling, and even budget-friendly meals ready [...]