Sports and Fitness Archives - CHOC Children's Health

Should teens use creatine?

A CHOC expert explains why teens shouldn’t use creatine and how they can build muscle and prepare for sports instead.

CHOC experts discuss the similarities and differences in symptoms and treatment for muscle strains, muscle sprains and broken bones.

Should kids exercise? How much should kids exercise? How do I make exercise fun for kids? CHOC experts answer parents’ common questions.

Many young athletes may be tempted to use sports supplements, or pre-workout, to improve their performance. CHOC experts discuss the risks.

A CHOC sports medicine physician addresses questions about strength training for kids like safety, training programs and weight limits.

A CHOC sports medicine physician explains how ACL injuries can affect teens and steps to take to prevent them.

A CHOC pediatrician and sports medicine physician offers ways that parents can ensure their children’s safety during contact sports.

With youth sports beginning to resume after a COVID-19-prompted off-season, a CHOC pediatrician explains why sports physicals are critical.

A CHOC pediatrian and sports medicine specialist offers tips to parents on supporting a safe return to sports for their kids.