Turn on the news tonight or tomorrow and you'll undoubtedly see a story about vaping and teenagers. It's the hottest topic across the nation right now and at least...
Category: Health Huddle
11 Stretches for Athletes
Stretching is such an important part of warm-ups, but too often players take that part of the pregame for granted. To reduce the risk of injury, athletes should stretch...
Mental Health for Kids
Youth mental health is a hot topic right now, but there are still a lot of questions parents have about the subject. If you have generic questions about mental...
11 Ways to Get Your Kids to Drink More Water
Young athletes need to stay hydrated throughout the day, not just during physical activity, but that can prove to be a challenge. Our partners at Children's Hospital Colorado have...
Concussion Facts for Families with Young Athletes
Receiving the proper treatment for a concussion is particularly crucial for young athletes. Their brains are still developing and putting them back on the court or field before they...
Common Volleyball Injuries in Young Athletes
If you've ever been to the Gold Crown Field House, you've probably seen the athletic training room off of Children's Hospital Court 5. The bright green pillars and door...
Packing a Healthy Lunch That Isn’t Boring
School lunches have been a hot topic recently. Schools are making a more conscious effort to include healthy options for students while also teaching students the importance of a...
Sports Dehydration Safety Tips
While the majority of Gold Crown sports are offered indoors, dehydration and heatstroke are still a possibility. Our partners at Children's Hospital Colorado share some tips below for keeping...
Why are vaping-related illnesses on the rise?
You've seen the news stories lately. Teens are being hospitalized for vaping-related illnesses, mostly in their lungs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that 153 cases of...
What to Eat When You’re on the Road
If you've ever been in a hurry to get out the door and haven't had time to make a healthy lunch for the family, our partners at Children's Hospital...