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Free Help for Teens to Quit Vaping

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NO VAPE IS SAFE
Vaping products contain toxic chemicals, including nicotine, which are harmful to the body and brain and can harm athletic performance. The effects of vaping on sports performance are physical, mental and can ripple throughout a team. Don’t let tobacco and nicotine hold you back.

Click here to take the Tobacco and Nicotine Free Pledge

Physical Impact on Athletes

  • Reduced Oxygen: Restricts oxygen flow to muscles
  • Decreased Endurance: Causes earlier fatigue during games
  • Cardiovascular Strain: Makes the heart work harder
  • Breathing Difficulties: Reduces lung capacity
  • Slower Recovery: Takes longer to recover between practices

Mental Impact on Athletes

  • Focus Problems: Difficulty concentrating during games
  • Reaction Time: Slower responses to plays
  • Decision Making: Poorer choices under pressure
  • Memory Issues: Trouble remembering plays
  • Confidence Issues: Creates self-doubt about performance

Resources

For Students

My Life, My Quit™ is a free and confidential service for teens who want to quit vaping and all other forms of tobacco and nicotine

Text “Start My Quit” to 36072

For Parents and Guardians

Resources to help parents and guardians support teens who may be vaping or using tobacco products

For Coaches and Athletic Directors

Tips for addressing vaping with student-athletes:

Focus on athletic performance impacts rather than rules

Create open conversations about tobacco and nicotine

Be a positive role model by taking the Tobacco-Free Pledge

Refer students who need help quitting to MyLifeMyQuit.com

Establish clear tobacco-free policies for team activities