Physical activity has been proven to help boost self-esteem and focus while decreasing anxiety and depression. Despite these positive effects on mental health, many children and teens don’t get the...
Category: Health Huddle
Treating Eating Disorders in Sports
The pressures that athletes endure often spill over into their daily lives, putting their health at risk. That is especially true when it comes to disordered eating. While athletes can...
Speed, Agility and Quickness with Next Level Sports Performance
You have three buckets, each one containing various amounts of sand. Some are full, some are empty, and some are half full. In order to attain the highest level of...
Staying Healthy During Holidays: Physically, Mentally and Emotionally
During the joy of the holidays, it’s easy to forget about staying healthy. In this article, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado show how to keep kids active, eat a...
Clearing the Minds of Champions
It's no secret that the Denver Nuggets are the current NBA World Champions. But did you know that the work they put in off the court might be one of...
Why Your Child Needs Regular Wellness Checks
We all know taking time out of your day to take your child to the doctor is easier said than done. However, it is essential in order to make sure...
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...
Why You Should Talk To Kids About Suicide
Teenagers are experiencing higher levels of stress, which also leads to higher suicide and depression rates. As a parent or trusted adult, it can be difficult to know if a...
Breaking the Stigma: The Hayden Hurst Story
Say it with us: "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." You may or may not...
Health Huddle Timeouts At Home
As a leading youth organization in this state, our job is not simply to run a basketball camp or golf tournament, but to address the whole child. That’s why the...