Empowered athletes don’t just follow instructions. They understand how to fuel their bodies, manage pressure and lead their teammates. Stacy Bates, MS, RDN, shares practical ways parents and coaches can help young athletes build the habits and confidence to own their performance, on and off the field. This is the foundation of education at SPAN Athletics and the SPAN Athletics Foundation.

In today's social media driven world it is easy for young athletes to get caught up in who society says they should be and forget who He tells us to be.

Athletes grasp the power of the combination of proper nutrition, a strong foundation, and a state of mental readiness can transform themselves from good athletes into outstanding performers who consistently achieve the goals and push beyond their perceived limitations.