Playing Sports
There are many sports to choose from. Explore your options and find the sport that's best for you.
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Take Care of Your Body
Find out what else you can do to be healthy.
Find the right foods
Get your sports physical
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The Mental Game
You can develop a healthy attitude about sports and learn to cope with some of the challenges too.
Coping with sports stress
You can be a good sport
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Concussions
Read what our experts have to say about concussions.
What is a concussion?
Prevention tips
How to heal safely
Concussions: Alex's story
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Knee Injuries
Ligaments connect bones to each other. But sometimes the ligaments can tear.
Knee Injury: Caroline's story
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Strains and Sprains
Strains and sprains usually heal without lasting problems. Follow your doctor's instructions to help the injury heal as quickly as possible.
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The Risks of Steroids, Supplements, and Sports Drinks
Caffeine
Dynamic Stretching
Dynamic stretching is stretching with movement.
Repetitive Stress Injuries
Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) happen when movements are repeated over and over.
Running and Jumping Injuries
Doing the same movements over and over can stress the knees. Read about 2 common knee injuries in teens.
Stress Fractures
A stress fracture is a tiny crack in a bone. It usually happens from repeating the same movement over and over.
Read about stress fractures
Other Common RSIs
There are many kinds of RSIs. Here are some that can happen in young athletes.
Sports Q&A
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Get in shape, set goals, and check your gear.
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Wear your safety gear, be sure to warm up, and follow the rules of the game.
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Think about what is making you want to quit and figure out what's best for you.
