A Pixar movie called Inside Out debuted over the summer, looking inside an 11 year-old girl’s mind to show how her emotions – feelings of joy, fear, anger, disgust, and sadness – are triggered and at what times or under what circumstances. Unless you have a younger family member, neighbor, or perhaps a babysitting gig, […]
A new school year and new season means a new routine for student-athletes and their families. Even more, a new school year means millions of student-athletes and high school graduates heading off to college this fall. As they go off to college, every athlete should know how to cook. In an effort to promote both […]
The following is a post by Kelly Springer, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and the founder of Kelly’s Choice LLC. Do you ever find yourself at the vending machine or grabbing a slice of pizza before practice? It is easy to reach for convenience foods when you are hungry, but these foods do not aid in performance. […]
The following is a post by Kelly Springer, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and the founder of Kelly’s Choice LLC. Athletes need more than just determination and challenging practices to perform well. Choosing the right fuel allows athletes to perform at their best. Conflicting nutrition information and countless food and beverage products marketed to athletes can make […]
Every athlete knows that physical tools are important. Strength, speed, agility, and athleticism — and the commitment to the development of each — are integral to success in virtually every sport. Factor in sport-specific skill development (for example, basketball ball-handling and shooting), and you’re on your way to building a strong foundation. Equally important is […]
This article was written by NCSA College Recruiting’s newest partner: Go Pro Workouts by their Featured Expert Gio Grassi. Most important meals of the day:Breakfast (within 30 min. of waking) Pre-workout/practice (30 min. – 60 min. prior to exercise) Post-workout/practice (< 30 min. post-exercise – MOST IMPORTANT) Increases glycogen storageCarbohydrates are the re-fueling nutrient for all athletes […]
