More advanced level coaches and weight lifters can click on the following link to learn about hot topics explained by the National Strength and Conditioning Association:

Hot Topic Articles

Click the following link to learn about the NSCA's Action Plan for Combating Anabolic Steroid Abuse

Check out these useful coaching resources brought to you by Refuel: "got chocolate milk?"

Avoiding Injury with Cal Dietz - Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, University of Minnesota

Recovery Presentation by Ruth Carey on Optimizing Post-Game Nutrition - Ruth Carey is a 13-season team dietitian for the Portland Trailblazers NBA Basketball Team

*Please note: Use of lowfat chocolate milk as a recovery beverage is suggested for use with high school aged athletes and older, following a strenuous workout. 

The United States Anti-Doping Agency has a number of resources designed to further education, protect clean athletes and the health of future athletes. Click on the links below to view some of those resources:

Effects of Steroids, Doping and Performance-Enhancing Drugs

USADA's Athlete's Handbook

2011 USADA Wallet Card - A list of all WADA prohibited and permitted substances (updated yearly)

Drug Testing 101 - A pocket sized guide to drug testing and banned substances