Youth Sports Mental Health & Wellness Alliance
August - Self-Care for Athletes
08-28-2023 - Developing routines
Rennel Marshall – CHKD and ODU Athletics
As we wrap up this month, we look at the importance of developing a routine for youth athletes.
Rennel Marshall from CHKD and ODU Athletics says physical and mental routines can go a long way towards improving overall performance.
Full conversation with Marshall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALQ2xppm00M
08-21-2023 - Self-Care for Athletes
Dr. Joel Brenner – CHKD Sports Medicine
Our focus for August is on self care for athletes, and how taking care of oneself physically and mentally can improve overall performance. With fall sports practice starting for Leagues and schools across Virginia it’s important for athletes to prioritize self-care.
Director of CHKD Sports Medicine, Dr. Joel Brenner, describes how prioritizing sleep can improve an athlete’s state of mind and performance on the field of play.
Full conversation with Dr. Brenner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQd7qQJeFUs&t=8s
08-14-2023 - Self-care Tips
TrueSport – U.S. Anti Doping Agency
08-07-2023 - Mindfulness
Dr. Joel Brenner – CHKD Sports Medicine
Our focus for August is on self-care for athletes, and how taking care of oneself physically and mentally, can improve overall performance. With fall sports practice starting for leagues and schools across Virginia its important for athletes to prioritize self-care. Director of Sports Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters, Dr. Joel Brenner, encourages young athletes to practice “mindfulness” as way to improve performance and mental health.
Full conversation with Dr. Brenner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQd7qQJeFUs&t=8s