Managing Parental Pressure in Youth Sports: A Parent's Guide
Your athlete's coach sees something you might not: how your well-meaning support can inadvertently add pressure. Discover what coaches wish they could tell you about post-game conversations, parental anxiety, and supporting your competitive athlete without sacrificing their love for the sport.
What Teen Athletes Actually Need to Fuel Performance | Teen Fueling Guide
Exhausted after practice? Not hungry at dinner? Many teen athletes aren't fueling enough, and the consequences go far beyond performance. Learn what your body actually needs, why the advice you've heard might be wrong, and how to build a sustainable relationship with food that supports both performance and well-being.
How Coaches and Parents Can Help Athletes Struggling with Self-Criticism | Evidence Based-Strategies
When athletes are harsh on themselves after mistakes, reassurance often fails. Sport psychology research reveals what actually helps, and it's not a pep talk.
5 Coaching Shifts That Keep Teen Girls Engaged in Mountain Biking: A Coach’s Guide
By age 14, girls drop out of sports at twice the rate of boys. The barrier isn't on the trail—it's in how we talk about who belongs there. Here's what coaches need to know to keep teen girls engaged in mountain biking.
How Long Does Sport Psychology Take? A Guide to Results
As a dedicated athlete, it’s natural to ask: "How long until I see results?" Understand the factors that influence progress in sport psychology and learn how to take an active role in your mental development for lasting change.
How to Know You’ve Found the Right Therapist, Coach, or Healthcare Professional
Finding the right therapist, coach, or healthcare professional can feel like winning the lottery. Here’s how athletes can spot the qualities of a great fit for their mental and physical performance goals.
How Social Media Affects Athletes’ Body Confidence and Mental Health (+ 10 Accounts to Follow)
Social media can shape athletes' body confidence and mental health—for better or worse. Learn how to curate your feed, embrace body positivity, and follow inspiring athletes who redefine what it means to be an athlete.
Maximize Your Benefits with Skadi’s Out-of-Network (OON) Services
Need help understanding Out-of-Network (OON) benefits for therapy? Learn how Skadi Sport Psychology simplifies the process so athletes can maximize reimbursement while receiving mental health therapy designed specifically for athletes.
Navigating Pregnancy as an Athlete
Pregnancy challenges athletes to adapt training, manage public scrutiny, and redefine success. Explore evidence-based strategies to balance physical health, mental wellbeing, and athletic goals.
How Much Does a Sports Psychologist Cost?
A sports psychologist can help athletes develop mental resilience, overcome performance blocks, and sustain focus under pressure. How much does this type of specialized support cost, and what factors affect the price? This blog provides an in-depth look at the cost of sports psychologists, the services they offer, and how you can find affordable options while still benefiting from expert guidance.
Balancing Wellness & Family as Endurance Athletes
Explore practical strategies for balancing personal wellness, family commitments, and inclusivity in endurance sports. Learn insights from Coach Sabrina Lott on self-care, everyday movement, and creating supportive athletic spaces.
ADHD in Athletes: A Double Edged Sword
Athletes with ADHD experience unique challenges & advantages in the sports environment. Though many people don’t realize it, research has consistently found that athletes are more likely to have an ADHD diagnosis than the general population¹ ² ³. In this blog post, I discuss why this is the case, how ADHD symptoms can show up in sports, and what athletes can do if they think they may have an ADHD diagnosis.

