How to choose toxin free cleansers for active lives
Further to our previous research on how to choose the best deodorant and natural sunscreens, let’s now take a look at how to choose toxin free cleansers for those with active Continue reading
Category: Parenting
Why and How is Young Athlete Nutrition Unique?
Do you have kids who play lots of sport? You may be constantly wondering how much to give in to those hungry appetites. I know my girls are always looking Continue reading
How Grants Can Help Your Athlete to Compete
Grants Available to Assist in Costs of Young Athletes Ever mounting costs of supporting young athletes One of the biggest restrictions to supporting young kids in sport can be cost. Continue reading
Young Triathletes Recommended to Add Another Sport
Yes I know, triathlon already combines three sporting disciplines – swimming, cycling and running. But USA Triathlon’s 2015 Developmental Coach of the Year, Ken Axford, recommends that young triathletes should Continue reading
Athlete nutrition away from home
Sometimes it can be difficult to maintain good athlete nutrition when travelling away for competition, particularly if there is no access to cooking facilities. I am currently interstate in Perth Continue reading
Loudy Wiggins on raising sporty kids
It was such a pleasure to meet with the beautiful mum and four-time Olympic diver, Loudy Wiggins nee Tourkey. We discuss her thoughts on raising sporty kids and she Continue reading
Natural Sunscreen – Essential for Young Athletes!
Over the summer months, we have been testing out a couple of natural sunscreen products – an essential item for young athletes! With training and racing, athletes are out in Continue reading
Is strength and weight training safe for young athletes?
At the start of last year, my young gymnast (tween) was to commence a specific weight training program with her new gymnastics coach. I had to admit that I was Continue reading
Early Sports Specialisation v Diversification for Young Athletes
Many parents believe that early sports specialisation (between 6-12 years old) will provide the best chance for their young athlete to reach top level elite competition. However, there is evidence Continue reading