Health & Safety

With the start of football season comes the dreaded two-a-days workouts.  This is when a team plans a workout in the morning and one in the afternoon.   These workouts can be grueling, especially in the summer heat.  So it’s important you stay hydrated and fuel up for the entire day.   Here are some ways to do that.

We all know how important it is to drink plenty of water before, during and after a workout.  But what is best to eat after a workout?  As with any diet plan, balance and moderation are best, but there are certain foods that are best after you workout your body.

It’s that time of year again when the heat keeps us from going outside to workout or just to watch the kids play. The sun and heat are not something to play around with.  There are some days when it’s really too dangerous to go out in the heat.  So what do you do if you want to be outside or workout outside and avoid the heat?   Here are a few tips to help prevent issues with the heat:

There’s nothing better than getting a new swimsuit and feeling like a hot mom.  Strutting myself through the aisles of pool loungers. Only to get home and realize my beautiful, expensive blonde hair is now green. Like, is this real life? How in the world?

Safety is key!

For most Sports Moms, safety is number one on the list of what's important. And while coaches, refs or officials, and even trainers are great resources at sporting events, safety starts with you! So what are some tips to have you thinking safety this summer? We have them right here on Sports Moms.

As the summer approaches, it's a great time to think about water safety.  Our kiddos can be extremely vulnerable during the summer months so it's a great idea to follow these safety tips.

This has become really popular for muscle support.  And right now get one of these Kinesiology Tape Pro Physix Gear Sport, 2" x 16.5' Uncut rolls of tape on sale for $11.95!  This waterproof tape is a muscle support adhesive and this deal includes an 82-page step by step taping guide.

If you are going to pick up a new scooter, it's a good idea to get some protective gear.  You can pick up this Kids' Protective Gear on sale for $24.99!  You get a this BMX Scooter Cycling Protective Gear Pads (Knee Pads+Elbow Pads+wrist Pads+ Helmet).

There are so many wonderful things about spring — the weather, baseball season and teaching kids about the environment.  This month celebrates our planet with Earth Day.  Each year, Earth Day reminds us that there are small things we can do to take care of our environment.   

I just got a new bike for my birthday so I could definitely use this deal.  You can pick up this  Zacro Cycle Helmet on sale for $15.99.  This helmet is lightweight with a removable visor and adjustable liner.  

Here’s some great advice from the FBI about keeping our kids safe on the internet.

When a sports injury strikes our instinct is to reach for the ice or the heating pad. But are you doing more harm by choosing the wrong method of comfort. Generally ice is used for treating acute injuries. It helps with compression, elevation and supporting your injury.

When accidents happen, generally mom is the first one on the scene. We are full time on-call physicians. But most of us don’t come equipped with a medical degree

As parents we all worry about our kids getting hurt on the field or court. One injury that is especially scary is the concussion. It’s so important our kids, coaches and all parents understand the dangers of concussions and how to recognize one.

Chances are you know someone who has played or is playing baseball or softball right now. According to the American Association of Pediatrics, 8.6 million children ages 6 to 17 participate in either sport.