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Rest Smart: The Importance of Recovery and How to Incorporate It Training
For youth athletes, training hard is often stressed. Without putting in the hard work, success won’t come. It’s important to train and work on sports skill sets, but recovery is key for optimal performance. Incorporating proper rest into your training can prevent injuries, and promote long-term athletic development. The... Read more
Preventing and Treating Common Summer Sports Injuries

Summer is a prime time for high school athletes to engage in sports. Here’s an athlete’s guide to keeping safe and managing injuries in the summer.

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Cardio Workouts For Hot Weather To Build Endurance
As summer temperatures rise, high school athletes face the challenge of maintaining their fitness levels while staying safe in the heat. Endurance training is crucial for any athlete, as it boosts cardiovascular health, enhances performance, and builds mental toughness. However, high-intensity workouts in the hot, summer weather increase to... Read more
How To Recover From A Team Loss
Both in life and sports we experience wins and losses. Experiencing a team loss can be challenging for youth athletes. It’s natural to feel disappointed, frustrated, or even discouraged after a defeat. However, recovering from a loss is a critical skill that can help athletes grow and improve. Athletes... Read more
The Best Ways To Celebrate National Yoga Day
Athletes know the importance of working on flexibility and mobility. A great way to do this is through yoga. June 21 is National Yoga Day, a perfect way to honor the body and practice mindfulness—all while getting those get stretching and relaxation benefits. Whether you are an athlete who... Read more
These Workout Ideas Will Help You To Train Like An Olympian
Training like an Olympian requires dedication, discipline, and a well-rounded approach to fitness. Youth athletes, with their growing bodies and growing talents, can benefit immensely from adopting exercises that mimic the training regimens of elite athletes. Here’s a guide on workout ideas and exercises youth athletes can do to... Read more
Apple watchOS 11 To Feature Training Load And Rest Days
Apple’s latest smartwatch update focuses on health and fitness features including one to help progress training, a new app for tracking vitals, and a new feature for rest days. Apple announced all the new features slated with the release of watchOS 11 at its WWDC keynote on Monday, June... Read more
Essential Equipment To Pack In Gym Bag
Joining a club or organized sport is a great way to be physically active, work on athletic skills, and connect with others with similar interests. Whether you are signing up for soccer, basketball, baseball, swimming, or track, there are some essential gear and equipment to pack for each training... Read more
FitBit’s New Youth Smartwatch Aims To Increase Physical Activity
Fitbit is set to launch a new smartwatch geared specifically to encourage youth to get up and move in its quest to increase physical activity. The Fitbit Ace LTE is the latest smartwatch to hit the market that will allow youth athletes to track their exercise and steps. But... Read more
These Are The Best Sports To Help Runners With Endurance
Track and field season is coming to a close but runners know that the dedication to the sport continues post-track season. Not going for a run for many runners is just not an option. While all runners need to do is lace up and hit the pavement, track, or... Read more
Summer Workout Hydration Tips
Summer is here and while we are all about longer days or sunshine, too much heat can harm health and performance as an athlete. Heat, humidity, and sun mixed with intense training increases the risk of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Staying on top of hydration is a must during summer workouts. ... Read more
How To Play Pickleball: Rules Of The Game And Best Tips
Pickleball continues to be a popular sport across the United States. Players are attracted to how fun of a sport it is, as it combines elements of tennis badminton, and ping pong. It’s easy to learn how to play, featuring just a few rules. In this post, we will lay out all the rules of... Read more