Athlete Wellness Program
Athlete Wellness Program
USA Weightlifting recognizes the importance of the health of our athletes as a whole, and is resources available to support the mental health and wellness of all athletes and members, at all levels of the organization and at different stages of their athletic career who have experienced trauma in sport.
For the purposes of this program, “trauma” is defined as exposure to actual or threatened death, serious injury, sexual assault, emotional abuse, physical abuse, bullying, violence or other significant loss caused either accidentally or intentionally at any time in the athlete’s life. Exposure includes direct involvement in the event, witnessing the event or in some cases, becoming aware of the event having happened to a loved one or close associate.
Better Help partnership launch
Resources for Athletes suffering from trauma, addiction, depression or a diagnosed mental health disorder
USA Weightlifting is making available confidential counseling and mental health resources around the nation for those who have suffered from trauma through our partnership with Better Help.
Open to all members which includes a 35% discount for Better Help services
- To access visit Better Help
Resources for Athletes experiencing suicidal thoughts
Need to talk to someone right now? Call 1-800-273-8255 or chat online at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
We encourage you to connect with a professional using the above contact details. Taking that first step is difficult and we are here to assist you.
Resources for athletes experiencing post-career transition Issues
USA Weightlifting is making available confidential counseling and mental health resources around the nation for those facing a major change in their career such as retirement, post-Olympic Games or where they have just missed a team. This service is directed at our elite athletes.
Racial Trauma Toolkit