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Female softball athlete performing a Bulgarian split squat in a high-performance strength and conditioning facility, holding a dumbbell.
How to Gain Weight Safely for Athletic Performance
Article | 2 min
Parent walks with a young athlete on an outdoor sports field, arm around the athlete’s shoulders while holding a soccer ball, symbolizing mentorship, guidance, and support.
The Playbook Podcast for Parents
Podcast | 8 episodes | 6 min each
Performance Nutrition Fundamentals Certificate
Collection | 4 lessons | 25 min each
Student athlete walking arm-in-arm with two supportive adults on an IMG Academy campus, celebrating a milestone event.
Parenting the High Performance Student-Athlete
Course | 8 lessons | 15 min each
Parent and child preparing a healthy meal together in a kitchen, chopping fresh vegetables and learning cooking skills.
A Parent's Guide to Performance Nutrition
Workshop | 20 min
Supplement Safety Workshop Replay
Workshop | 21 min
IMG Academy baseball players wearing white uniforms and blue caps hydrate and fuel with drinks and snacks in the dugout during a break in competition or practice.
Performance vs. Basic Nutrition: What Athletes Need to Know
Article | 2 min
IMG Academy student-athlete holds a championship trophy overhead in a packed gymnasium as teammates and fans celebrate behind her.
The Playbook Podcast for Athletes
Podcast | 11 episodes | 6 min each
Confident male IMG Academy athlete displaying a gold medal, symbolizing hard work, discipline, and success.
The Competition Collection
Collection | 5 lessons | 24 min each
IMG Academy football player wearing jersey number 11 drinks from a water bottle during outdoor practice, highlighting hydration and recovery.
Nutrition For Student-Athletes
Course | 16 lessons | 15 min each
IMG Academy athlete drinks from a water bottle while seated indoors, wearing an IMG Academy shirt and braid hairstyle, taking a hydration break during training.
Pre-Competition Fueling for Performance
Workshop | 21 min
Mother and daughter cooking together in a modern kitchen, pouring olive oil and preparing a healthy meal vegetarian meal.
Plant-Based Nutrition for Youth Athletes: Parent Guide
Article | 2 min
IMG Academy graduate in blue cap and gown posing with family during graduation ceremony, holding flowers and a diploma outdoors with palm trees in the background.
The Parenting Collection
Collection | 5 lessons | 24 min each
IMG Academy athlete with curly hair wearing reflective sunglasses holding two Gatorade energy chews outdoors, representing hydration, fueling, and performance nutrition.
Nutrition Game Plan: Strategic Fueling
Workshop | 32 min
IMG Academy student-athlete in blue shirt and backpack receives a plate of food from a server, he is surrounded by palm trees and students in the background.
Best Pregame Meal for Athletes: What to Eat Before Competing
Article | 2 min
IMG Academy student-athletes smiling and clinking sports drink bottles on an outdoor field, celebrating hydration, teamwork, and recovery after training.
The Nutrition Collection
Collection | 5 lessons | 25 min each
Teen girl sitting on a couch at home, looking down while holding medication in her hand, representing health management, wellness, and self-care.
Supplement Safety
Workshop | 17 min
A focused student-athlete in a blue IMG Academy tank top works out with battle ropes during an outdoor training session, with determination visible on her face and palm trees in the blurred background.
How to Fuel Your Body: Performance Plate Tips for Athletes
Article | 2 min
Students and visitors gathered on campus in the courtyard at IMG Academy during the evening.
Summer Camp Collection 2026
Collection | 24 lessons | 1 min each
IMG Academy student athlete selecting a balanced meal in the dining hall, highlighting nutrition, recovery, and performance fueling.
Post-Competition Fueling for Recovery
Workshop | 18 min
Mother and teenage daughter in a store aisle reading a product label or supplement information, emphasizing parental guidance in nutrition.
Supplement Safety for Youth Athletes: A Parent’s Guide
Article | 3 min
Three IMG Academy female athletes sitting on an outdoor track, smiling and hydrating with water bottles during a training break, highlighting recovery, hydration, and team connection.
Hydration Fundamentals
Workshop | 23 min
A confident student-athlete in an IMG uniform smiles and flexes her arms while wearing a crown labeled "All American." She stands in front of a branded New Balance backdrop, celebrating her athletic achievement.
Why Nutrition Planning Is Critical for Athletes
Article | 2 min
Young IMG Academy athlete sitting on an outdoor track and eating an apple after training, representing healthy fueling, recovery nutrition, and balanced athletic lifestyle.
Build Your Personal Fueling Timeline
Workshop | 26 min