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Powered by the experience and values of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, TrueSport provides educational resources focused on Sportsmanship, Character Building & Life Skills, and Clean & Healthy Performance that support the whole child and help teach the life lessons that can be learned through sport.

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Your Circle of Care: Learning When to Say When
January 18, 2023
Ambassador Abby Raymond shares her story of how a tough situation became an opportunity —and how that could only happen with the right support network.
Lessons in Trust: Helping Young Athletes Compete Well
Lessons in Trust: Helping Young Athletes Compete Well
January 12, 2023
As parents, we have a duty to our young athletes not just to get them to practice and competition, but to help them compete well both physically and mentally.
What's the Difference between Nutrition and Supplement Labels?
What’s the Difference between Nutrition and Supplement Labels?
January 3, 2023
Supplements are less tightly regulated than food products, so opt for products that have a nutrition facts label, and are as whole food-based as possible.
5 Simple Ways to Tackle Vitamin D Deficiency with Food
5 Simple Ways to Tackle Vitamin D Deficiency with Food
January 3, 2023
In most cases, young athletes can get all the vitamin D they need from food and small doses of sun exposure.
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5 Ways to Ensure Your Athletes Are Competing Well
January 3, 2023
It's tempting to simply push your athletes to win competitions and games at any cost, but the better long-term strategy is to focus on wellness.
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5 Things to Know About Branched Chain Amino Acids
December 16, 2022
Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian,, explains everything you need to know about branched chain amino acids and the role they play in athlete nutrition.
When One Door Closes: An Athlete’s Story of Perseverance
When One Door Closes: An Athlete’s Story of Perseverance
December 16, 2022
Seven-time Paratriathlon World Champion Aaron Scheidies focuses on helping the next generation of athletes develop resilience and perseverance.
How to Help an Early High Performer Adjust Expectations in Sport
How to Help an Early High Performer Adjust Expectations in Sport
December 16, 2022
Amanda Stanec, PhD, shares a few tips on how to handle early high performers and their expectations around success and perceived failures.
6 Goals to Keep You Going after Life in Sport
6 Goals to Keep You Going After Life in Sport
December 15, 2022
Amanda Stanec, PhD has a few tips for setting goals for a happy, healthy life after you’ve finished playing your current sport.
Why and How Athletes Should Set Non-Sport Goals
Why and How Athletes Should Set Non-Sport Goals
December 15, 2022
Amanda Stanec, PhD, shares how parents and coaches should help athletes set non-sport-related goals, as well as other tips to help young athletes thrive.
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