Little skier having fun at sunny snowy day

Winter sports safety tips for kids

Despite the risk for injury, physical activity in the wintertime is important for a child’s overall health and the strength of their bones.

boy wearing a life jacket in swimming pool

Drowning prevention tips

Morag MacKay, Committee Chair for the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, provides six tips for drowning prevention.

group of young athletes huddling

Cardiac arrest in young athletes

Typically, cardiac arrest in young athletes is caused by an underlying heart condition or, very rarely, a blow to the chest.

girl flexing with drink

Nutrition tips for young athletes

Physical therapist Kevin McGuinness shares nutrition tips to help your young athlete build a healthy diet conducive to their growth and development.

kids at the gym

Is weightlifting safe for your teen?

Kevin McGuinness explains how, if done properly, weightlifting can offer many benefits to teens and young adults.