The demands of elite Paralympic competition not only require peak physical fitness but also strong mental health and resilience
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Gary Woodland’s Invisible Battle: When Courage Means Speaking the Unspeakable
“I can’t waste energy anymore hiding this,” Woodland said, his voice steady but weighted with emotion. “I have PTSD.”
Former Broncos running back pushing for more mental health support for athletes
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The Problem With “Relaxing” on Your Phone
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The Universality of Sport and Play
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The Intensity and Perfectionism That Drive Olympic Athletes Also Put Them at High Risk for Eating Disorders
The primary sports where eating disorders traditionally surface include gymnastics and figure skating.
After Battling on Ice and Snow, Athletes Face a New Test: Post-Olympics Blues
“It just goes by so quick.”
Draw the Line
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The Changing Face of Opioid Use Disorder
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COACH TIPS FOR POSITIVE BODY LANGUAGE
Coaches who focus on keeping their body language positive can create a sense of confidence, encouragement, warmth, openness, belonging, and trust amongst their athletes.
How To Preserve Your Own Mental Health As A Professional Coach
Coaching others requires presence, clarity and emotional steadiness—but that doesn’t mean coaches aren’t immune from burnout themselves.
Jessie Diggins, America’s Cross-Country Skiing Star, battles on after eating disorders relapse
“I don’t need to win another race, as long as I live.”
Sport Specialization and Youth Athletes: Considering Mental Health, Well-Being
Issues that used to be isolated to primarily upper level and the most elite student-athletes at the collegiate level undoubtedly have and will continue to trickle down impacting high school and younger athletes with ambitions to play at the college level.
My Battle with PTSD
“It was almost as though I was no longer in control of my body.”
Fueling the Athletic Mind: Supplements in Athletics
Which supplements truly help athlete mental health? Look at this review on creatine, omega-3s, vitamin D, magnesium, and adaptogens, plus safety and dosing.
MENTAL HEALTH IN BOXING: THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
Dr. Daniel’s session underscored the critical link between mental well-being and performance, safety, and longevity in the sport.