The Adolescent Growth Spurt in Young Athletes
You've heard it many times. "My Tommy is just falling behind. He hasn't hit his growth spurt." -or- "My Cindy grew 6 inches in the last...
Protein and Adolescent Athletes
Understanding the role of protein in the body of an athlete is essential to understand how much you need and why.
Do young athletes really need to warm up prior to games?
Some people believe kids don't need to warm up. They are just ready to go. While some may be, there are benefits to a solid warmup. Disc
Students Who Exercise Excel in School
Students who exercise excel in school. It's no secret. When students are physically active, they support their mental health and academic...
Growth Plates and Weight Lifting
Growth plates are important to adolescent growth, but evidence is mounting that weight training has benefits, even for youth athletes.
