As an athlete, you are constantly hearing how you need to consume enough of the right calories in order to obtain peak performance. But what about vitamins and minerals, such...
Category: Health Huddle
Creating Normalcy for Kids During the Coronavirus Pandemic
We are now months into the coronavirus pandemic and it's safe to say we all hoped or believed that we would be inching back to "normal." Instead, we are still...
10 Benefits of Drinking Chocolate Milk for Nutrition Recovery
Television advertisements will tell you that you need Gatorade and Powerade to recover after a workout. If you want to replenish the electrolytes in your body you need one of...
Stretching and Warmup For Injury Prevention
Studies show that a proper warmup is key in preventing injury and enhancing performance in young athletes. Competitive sports use different muscles and movement than your every day activity, and...
Is a Vegetarian Diet OK for Young Athletes?
"Eat your vegetables." - Every mom, ever. Great advice for any athlete, but can you get all of your required nutrients from vegetables alone? What nutrients are important for vegetarians?...
How to Talk About Racism and National Protests with Your Children
The racial injustice and anguish we are witnessing in our communities and in the media every day has left many parents grappling with how to talk about racism, hate and...
Supporting HB 1086: Mental Health Coverage For All
Mental Health coverage should be available for all. We are supporting House Bill 1086; which adds a requirement that mental health screenings should be part of mandatory health insurance coverage...
At Home Strength and Power Program
Thanks to the Children's Hospital Sports Medicine Center and our Certified Athletic Trainer, Amber Craft, you will find an at home Strength and Power Program your athlete can participate in....
DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT DURING CORONAVIRUS CANCELLATIONS, POSTPONEMENTS
Athletes at all levels are dealing with disappointment in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. From little league to the pros, every athlete has had to make adjustments during this tough...
Parents’ Top Questions About the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
This page was updated on April 10, 2020. Due to the shifting nature of the coronavirus pandemic, recommendations can change quickly. Please follow all rules and guidelines set by state...