5X National Championship coach of the University of Windsor’s women’s basketball team, Chantal Vallee speaks about the elements of effective coaching and the value of a caring approach in fostering athlete recovery and mental well-being. Coach Vallee suggests that when athletes feel cared about as a whole person rather than just “a number” it helps them feel as though they are part of the team “family”.   Given her interest in athletes’ long-term health and well-being, she takes a very conservative approach in allowing athlete’s to return to competition after injury.  For further assistance dealing with the challenges of injury or for performance enhancement consulting visit: podlogconsulting.com