It's Your Life Aug/Sept 2015 | Page 9

8 It’s Your Life Magazine Contents August/September Remedies........... .. Calm the Hormone Storm Kristi Stone 33 Dessert Apple Pineapple Sorbet Chef Alain Braux 37 Earthing........... .... Walking Barefoot Heals Heather May Tupps 39 Organic........ ....... Why I Choose Organic Marla Gates 44 9 Keeping Youth Sports Safe Aimee Shilling Along with heading back to school, many families are gearing up for fall sports. While many programs have likely been practicing throughout the summer, the fall season brings about an increase in game and practice schedules. Youth sports are a valuable tool in a child’s development. They can foster a sense of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance that helps prepare kids for life’s challenges. However, they also have their own set of dangers, especially as more sports become year round, rather than seasonal activities. Here are a few tips to help keep your kids safe while they enjoy the benefits of youth sports. Get a Physical Advocacy........ ....... Health Genesis XYZ Katrina Standley 47 Make sure that your child receives a proper physical prior to beginning any activity. While this is a requirement for many programs, it is not always the case. Even if the program doesn’t require a physical, it’s always best to consult your physician before allowing your child to participate. Cross Train An Alaskan filmmaker discovers the power of grounding/earthing as he heals himself. He then takes this knowledge back to his hometown Haines Alaska where the town’s people suffer from pain and other health issues. As the towns people learn to ground their bare feet to the ground to heal themselves he witnesses and film the miraculous event. 74 Minutes Staring Dr Joseph Mercola Steve Kroschel Director Isssue 3 With the advent of traveling teams, many sports are now played year round. As a result, kids are experiencing overuse and overtraining injuries at younger ages. Our family’s solution has been to make sure that our kids aren’t playing the same sports every season, but rather rotating through a few sports that they enjoy. If you choose to allow your child to play the same sport year round, make sure that they are incorporating appropriate cross training into their routine. A balanced athlete is typically more injury resistant, along with being well rounded on the playing field. 2015 itsyourlifemag.com