Millions of people in the United States experience mental health conditions that affect their daily lives. Athletes are no different. If you are struggling with any mental health concern like depression, anxiety, addiction or burnout, help is available...
Garbage in, garbage out. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is a key part of good training. Now, that’s not to say that our athletes don’t indulge in fast food every once in a while (but don’t tell our nutritionist), but they know it is important to ...
As with any sport, strength and conditioning is vital to making a successful athlete and speedskating is no different. Our athletes are put through their paces on and off the ice. They run, bike, lift weights and take part in a variety of “dry land” ex...
Want to skate faster? Ever wonder what it take to make a World or Olympic team? Well, we can’t guarantee that these training tips will get you to the Olympics, but if you follow them, you’re sure to become a better skater and enjoy speedskating more. W...
Speed skating is a fast paced sport that is exciting and fun. As with any sport, it is important to have and learn how to maintain the proper equipment for the safety of your skater and those around them. Short Track Equipment: Skater must have: long s...
Having a fair and effective anti-doping program is vital to ensure that the rights of clean athletes and the integrity of competition are upheld. US Speedskating is opposed to the practice of doping in sport and fully supports and complies with the pol...
