Choose the right tennis racket
Three overall recommendations for selecting the right racket. Read More
Late specialization is recommended for most sports
Hill (as cited in Hill & Simons, 1989) described specialization as athletes limiting participation to... Read More
Age categories should be considered when designing sport programs
The biological differences between a 9-year-old and a 15-year-old are huge, and yet in spite... Read More
Long-term athlete development follows seven stages
To implement the LTAD model, people must fully understand the seven stages. Read More
Diet and heart health
Cardiovascular disease (CVD; cardio = heart; vascular = blood vessels) is the number one killer... Read More
Go by your gut with preexercise foods
Preexercise foods that settle comfortably can enhance stamina, endurance, strength, and enjoyment. Read More
Vitamin and mineral supplements
Vitamins are metabolic catalysts that regulate biochemical reactions within the body; they are found in... Read More
How much should I weigh?
The fat measurement helps put in perspective the proportion of an athlete’s body that is... Read More
Therapeutic recreation professionals must build positive relationships with politicians
Success in politics for therapeutic recreation professionals hinges on the development of good relationships with... Read More