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 Parents of Youth Athletes Can Navigate Anti-Doping Rules and Medications Here are the steps parents should take to make sure their young athlete can both use necessary medications and adhere to anti-doping rules. 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 A One Minute Explanation Of Mindfulness For Coaches And Athletes Learn how Psychology Professor and Director of Berkley's Good Science Center defines mindfulness and how coaches and athletes can use it. Self-Care for Survivor Supporters Tips on self-care for survivors and their supporters. Stop the Thinking: How Coaches Can Help their Athletes Overcome Negative Thoughts An athlete's performance can be negatively impacted because of what they are wrongly telling themselves? Here are two simple strategies coaches can follow with their players. 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. 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. TrueSport Talks Mental Wellness: Gracie’s Story Hear from Figure Skating Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist Gracie Gold on her mental health journey. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles How to Properly Fuel During Training Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, explains the best intra-training practices for your athletes. 3 Tasty After School Snacks that Are Healthy and Easy to Make 3 tasty after school snacks that are healthy and easy to make What Supplements Should I Avoid? There are some red flags that you can always look out for when it comes to evaluating supplements and determining which ones to avoid. How to Make a Plant-Based Diet Work in Sport TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD, shares the pros and cons of a plant-based diet, and how you can make one work in youth sports. Ideas for Snacks, Cooking and More to Help Keep Kids Occupied Your child’s snacking mood may vary, but you can always maintain healthy snacking habits Myth Busters: Are Different Cooking Oils Actually Better for You? TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer is breaking down what you need to know about oil selection and how to pick the right type for any meal. 6 Tips for Making Great Meals in Less Time Six surprising tips and tricks to speed up meal time by meal prepping and making smart menus that provide variety and flavor without hours in the oven. 3 Budget Friendly Meals for Growing Athletes TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian, shares a few tips for buying food on a budget, as well as recipes for a few meals that keep costs low. Dietitians Share 18 High-Protein Foods to Help Your Kids Feel Strong and Satisfied Dietitians share how much protein you need to build and repair muscle — and how to make sure you're getting enough. 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. Five Healthy Whole Foods for Quick Protein on the Go TrueSport Expert Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian, shares a few of her favorite healthy, whole food options for protein on the go. Hannah’s Punk Rock Cereal Recipe Hannah demonstrates a colorful, yet flavor infused punk rock cereal. More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles How To Keep Healthy While Traveling Here are a few simple ways to work healthier habits into your next trip while still having fun. Safety of Artificial Turf Fields Questioned Studies show no link between turf fields' rubber pellets and long-term health risks You Can’t Compete At Your Best Without Healthy Joints 5 Things Parents Can Do to Protect Sporty Kids From Injuries Help prevent sports injuries in kids by paying attention to their recovery—and avoiding specializing in one activity too early. 7 Ways Communities and Systems Can Support Mental Wellness for Student-Athletes TrueSport Experts share the tangible ways communities and systems can best support mental wellness for student-athletes. Why Do Some Athletes Struggle With Body Image? Athletes can struggle with body image issues, and it’s important for parents & coaches to understand the different ways that those issues can be triggered. Am I Drinking Too Much Seltzer Water? Don’t Shrug off Shoulder Pain The shoulder is a pretty amazing set of joints that allows for a complex range of movements. While there are many possible causes of shoulder pain, there are three main issues that tend to be seen in young athletes. 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. 6 Ways to Help Prepare Athletes for Future Anti-Doping Programs Tammy Hanson, Director of Elite Education at USADA, shares a few ways that coaches can help their athletes prepare for an anti-doping program. 3 Things to Know about Cramping and Side Stitches Dr. Michele LaBot explains the evidence-backed ways you can help an athlete who is struggling with side stitches or muscle cramps. Overcoming Myths and Barriers – 10 Best Practices for Girls in Sport Helping coaches, youth sports leaders, students, and others overcome myths and barriers will help girls and women “ breakthrough” in play and coaching. Here are common myths, barriers, and breakthroughs to get girls and women in the game! 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