Mental Health & Wellness
Supporting the whole athlete — mind, body, and spirit. Resources for coaches, parents, and athletes to build a healthy, positive team culture.
— YOUTH RESOURCES —
The USATF Foundation has compiled the best tools, platforms, and resources to help youth track & field clubs run smoothly, grow their programs, and support their athletes.
— SPORT PSYCHOLOGY RESOURCES —
RESOURCES FOR EVERYONE
For Parents
Tips on raising young athletes with a healthy sports philosophy and supporting their mental wellbeing.
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For Athletes
Adopt a healthy sports philosophy for success — top 10 tips from sports science to help athletes thrive.
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For Coaches
Creating psychological safe spaces for success — build a team culture where athletes feel supported and valued.
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For Officials
Creating psychological safe spaces on the pool deck — applicable to any sporting environment including track & field.
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— PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT —
SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
— FIND A PROFESSIONAL —
Association for Applied Sport Psychology
The AASP provides guidance on how to seek sport psychology services and find certified mental performance consultants in your area.
— TAKE YOUR CLUB FURTHER —
Ideas to elevate your club’s mental wellness culture:
- Host a mental health workshop
- Bring in a nutritionist as a guest speaker
- Host a stress & time management workshop
- Partner with a local bank for financial literacy
- Create a mentorship program
- Create a tutoring program
- Create a leadership group within the team
- Distribute anonymous post-season surveys
- Discuss current events in the sport regularly
— TAKE ACTION —
APPLY FOR THE YOUTH CLUB GRANT
Ready to take your club to the next level? Apply for a USATF Foundation Youth Club Grant today.