Many young athletes may be tempted to use sports supplements, or pre-workout, to improve their performance. CHOC experts discuss the risks.
Sports and Fitness
Is strength training safe for kids and teens?
A CHOC sports medicine physician addresses questions about strength training for kids like safety, training programs and weight limits.
How to prevent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in young athletes
A CHOC sports medicine physician explains how ACL injuries can affect teens and steps to take to prevent them.
Contact sports and kids: What parents should know
A CHOC pediatrician and sports medicine physician offers ways that parents can ensure their children’s safety during contact sports.
Why sports physicals are important, especially after a COVID-19 diagnosis
With youth sports beginning to resume after a COVID-19-prompted off-season, a CHOC pediatrician explains why sports physicals are critical.
A pediatrician’s tips for a safe return to sports during COVID-19
A CHOC pediatrian and sports medicine specialist offers tips to parents on supporting a safe return to sports for their kids.
How to teach sportsmanship to your kids
Good sportsmanship is one of the life lessons that children can learn from sports. Here’s how to help kids have a safe and fun experience.
