Category Archives: sports

Sports, Daycare, and School Forms

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

We’ve provided links for many standard forms below. Your school, sport, or activity may have a specific form, so make sure you have the correct one! Please complete the forms with your child’s information before submitting them to the office. … Continue reading →

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Summer Sports and Conditioning

Posted on July 21, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Love the California sun, but summer conditioning and competition can be tough. Make sure your athlete hydrates with 8-10 ounces every 20 minutes. Coaches, athletes and parents should monitor the heat index.  The index sorts temperature and humidity into relative … Continue reading →

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Game on!

Posted on July 20, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Committed athlete or contemplating jumping in? The pre-participation physical and well check gets it done. 🏀⚽️🥎⚾️🎾🏐🏉🥅🏒🥋🥍 More info and links from the American Academy of Pediatrics here.

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Riding Toys

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Wheels. What fun! Ride on toys are terrific for toddlers. Look for low, stable toys, and a helmet. While balance bikes are the latest craze, learning to pedal is an important developmental achievement for your three year old. Again, low, … Continue reading →

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Martial Arts: Great Exercise for Kids

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Channel your Kung Fu Panda, Karate Kid or Jackie Chan and keep safe. Information on kids and Martial Arts from the AAP here.  

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Sports Rule!

Posted on October 29, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Keep it fun and learn lifelong skills to stay active. Mix it up and participate in multiple sports until puberty to avoid injuries and burnout. Early specialization may not advance athletic goals. Take three months off each year in increments … Continue reading →

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What’s the Difference Between a Sports Physical and a Yearly Physical?

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

As more schools and quick care outlets offer Sports Physicals, we felt that we should explain the difference between a Sports Physical and a Yearly Physical. Many adolescents and their parents believe that a Sports Physical is equivalent to a … Continue reading →

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Water Safety

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Sun, heat, summer! Stay safe in the water with tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics Video about swimming and water safety is here. Print information about sunscreen, heat stress in children, pool, open water, and boating safety is here. … Continue reading →

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Fueling Your Workout

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

After school practice? Make sure to fuel up at lunch with lean protein and complex carbohydrates. This gives the body time to digest the meal and prime muscles for a work out. After school, have something light and hydrate. Find … Continue reading →

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