The human brain tends to lean toward negativity.

It doesn't understand the difference between protecting us from a snake or lion and protecting us from emotional states, said Debbie O'Connell, president, Live Positive and Golf Positive.

She provides three tips to help sports kids overcome negativity, including changing their posture.

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Without grit and discipline, young athletes won't be successful, said Cary Knox, retired head coach and author of "I Believe," which explores the legacies of Illinois Sports Legends.

We live in a selfish society, and kids who lack discipline are being selfish because they're not good teammates, he said.

He provides examples of grit and discipline on one of his teams. The players struggled for two years, then made a comeback.

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Adolescent runners are still growing, and it's critical to support their growth with nutrition that supports their brain and bone health, said Michele Pettinger, author of The Young Runners' Guide to Nutrition.

She provides nutrition tips for parents of runners, and also touches on how runners struggle with body image challenges.

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