by Compete Performance | Oct 8, 2020 | Baseball, Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Hockey, Mental Training, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
You have probably heard the recommendation to eat “mostly whole foods” for your health. But what does it mean to “eat mostly whole foods”? What are whole foods? And why are they better for your health? What are whole foods? Minimally-processed whole foods...
by Compete Performance | Sep 22, 2020 | Baseball, Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Hockey, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
Sweet potatoes vs. potatoes: A nutritional debate fueled by misinformation, baseless ‘superfood’ obsessions, and carbohydrate phobias. Here’s how these tubers compare — and why both deserve a place in your diet. A few years back, some nutrition enthusiasts decided to...
by Compete Performance | Sep 9, 2020 | Baseball, Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Hockey, Mental Training, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
COVID-19 has led to a worldwide disruption of the sporting industry and has altered many athletes’ demeanors, attitudes, control, and confidence. Has COVID-19 put you in a mental rut? Are you nervous to get back onto the field/court or feel as though this disease has...
by Compete Performance | Aug 17, 2020 | Baseball, Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Hockey, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
As California sports are allowed to return to practice, it is critical to be aware of the risks of exertional heat illness. Extended heat exposure, lack of hydration, and high exertion in hot and/or humid conditions can result in life-threatening conditions. Here are...
by Compete Performance | Jul 28, 2020 | Baseball, Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Hockey, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
As we watch our kids grow up, we see varying stages of their development that excite us. We see them get taller, their feet and hands grow, and they get stronger. With this development, we as parents expect more from our kids. What we tend to forget is that as they...
by Compete Performance | Jul 21, 2020 | Baseball, Football, Hockey, Running, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling
Thinking of supplementing your diet with a protein powder? Here are some tips on how to choose the right one for your goals from Precision Nutrition. ► Weight loss / fat loss: If you’re looking to lose fat, pay attention to the protein-to-calorie ratio of your protein...
