Can you name some of the most popular brands of energy drinks off the top of your head? Red Bull, Monster, Rockstar, Nos, Starbucks, etc. Even Coca-Cola announced this week...
Category: Health Huddle
Overtraining and Burnout in Young Athletes
Have you heard of overtraining syndrome? Yep, it's a thing. And we're seeing more of it in youth sports, largely due to the fact that club programs demand year round...
Game Day Mental Preparation Tips
It’s important for young athletes to not only physically prep for game day, but also to mentally prepare themselves. As a coach or parent, take time to make sure the...
The Truth About Teens and Vaping
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 6*...
Why You Should Talk to Kids About Suicide
Depression and suicide can be tough to talk about with teens. Even adults have a hard time admitting when they need help. Our partners at Children's Hospital Colorado are experts...
Return to Play After a Concussion
If you've ever been to the Gold Crown Field House, you've probably seen Amber, our certified athletic trainer, either in her office working with a player or out on the...
When Your Child Is the Bully
October is Bullying Prevention Month and there are a lot of resources available online (see: Bullying 101 and Prevention Tips) about the topic, but there are few resources available for...
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 health...
Growing Up Plugged In
No matter where you are the chances of seeing someone on their phone are pretty high these days, and it's not just kids. Adults are just as guilty of being...
Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Anxiety is a normal part of life and can sometimes be helpful, depending on the situation, but it typically has a negative connotation attached to it. Our partners at Children's...