You’ve probably seen Prime Hydration drinks lining the shelves at your local grocery store or even in student’s lunch boxes at school. The Prime brand, created by athletes and social media stars KSI and Logan Paul, is promoted primarily to children, teenagers, and young people who participate in exercise and athletic sports. As a registered […]
Category: Nutrition
Preventing Muscle Cramps in Teen Athletes | Best Supplements
Cramps happen to athletes, but why? Learn all about preventing muscle cramps in teen athletes from Off-Season Athlete, a trusted site of built just for teen athletes. It’s the weightlifting State Championships and the athletes are ready to leave it all on the platform. Many months have been spent training the body and mind to […]
Protein Powder and Teenage Athletes | What You Need to Know
Protein powder supplements have long been popular in the world of sports. Some athletes consume protein powders due to a lack of protein in their diet, some consume it with the hopes of gaining more muscle mass, some use it as a meal replacement for convenience purposes, and some drink it just because social media […]
Benefits of Creatine for Teen Athletes
Many teen athletes are interested in taking dietary supplements to help them be their best. In this article, you’ll learn about the benefits of creatine for teenagers. We’ll also discuss if creatine is safe for teens and the best creatine brands for teens. As a former high school athlete who played soccer and ran cross-country, […]
The Best Carbohydrates for Teen Athletes
Teen athletes live busy, fast-paced lives, and need the right fuel for their bodies in order to keep up. Check out this video and post to learn more about the best carbohydrates for teen athletes to consume during their day. WHAT ARE CARBOHYDRATES? Carbohydrates are one of the macronutrients that provide our bodies with energy. […]
RED-S and Disordered Eating in Teen Athletes
RED-S, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport is a debilitating syndrome for teen athletes. It often includes disordered eating and keep an athlete from thriving and competing. Here’s what you need to know about RED-S and disordered eating in teen athletes. This article is written by Karli Himmelreic, and edited by Jenna Braddock, for Off-Season Athlete. […]
The Signs and Symptoms of Iron Deficiency Anemia
Iron deficiency anemia is a real concern for many young athletes, but it can be tricky to identify at first. Here is the story of how a female pole vaulter came to recognize the signs and symptoms of iron deficiency anemia and how she recovered from it. Knowing this information can help prevent your teen […]
Omega-3 Supplements for Teen Athletes
It is well known that exhaustive or unfamiliar exercise can lead to muscle fatigue, delayed-onset muscle soreness, and a decreased performance. Nutrition before and after exercise is essential to promote muscle repair and replenish fuel sources, giving athletes an advantage Omega-3 is one of the many key nutrients that is essential in sports nutrition because […]
Vegetarian Protein Choices for Teen Athletes
It is normal for teens to show interest in a vegetarian lifestyle. Off-Season Athlete is here to help you learn more about vegetarian protein choices for teen athletes. Protein is often the center of the nutrition conversation with athletes. While everyone needs protein, teen athletes may need more in order to support their training AND […]
The Biggest Eating Mistake Teen Athletes Make
Life as a teen athlete can be pretty full. Between classes and homework, practices, games and trying to have a social life, it can feel like there is little “down time”. Busy schedules are often the reason behind the biggest eating mistake teen athletes make, and for all these reasons, I can certainly understand. If it’s […]
