Athlete Health & Wellbeing Resources

At the Tasmanian Institute of Sport (TIS), athlete wellbeing is central to high performance.

We are committed to supporting you not only in your sporting development, but across all aspects of your life - recognising that performance is shaped by what happens both within and outside the training environment.

Wellbeing is not a one-size-fits-all model. It is an ongoing, individual journey, and our approach is designed to be flexible and responsive to your needs as an athlete.

This resource hub provides practical tools and information to support your physical health, mental resilience, and overall wellbeing as you progress through your pathway.

We also recognise that individual needs will evolve over time.

If there are specific areas where you require additional support, guidance, or resources, we encourage you to reach out. TIS is committed to working alongside you to ensure the right support is in place at the right time.

AIS Start Strong AIS start strong modules introductory modules for athletes (or their parents) entering the High-performance sport system. Click Here
Sport Integrity Australia E-Learning A range of resources and courses that inform athletes on their integrity-based obligations within sport as well as expectations from sport to protect them. Including Anti-Doping and how to submit Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs). Click Here
AIS Grants And Scholarships A range of opportunities from the AIS that supports funding of our elite athletes. Click Here
Sport Integrity Australia Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) brings together the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA), the National Integrity of Sport (NISU) and the national integrity programs of Sport Australia as one entity providing national coordination and streamlined support to sports. The SIA website contains links to an excellent range of resources including “Check your Substances” and “Therapeutic Use Exemptions”. Click Here
Online Safety for Athletes The TIS recognises the value of social media in celebrating performance, building connection, and promoting our sport globally. However, high-performance environments can increase exposure to online risks, including abuse, harassment, and reputational harm, which may impact wellbeing and performance. Athletes, coaches, and staff are encouraged to engage online safely and to seek support if challenges arise. In addition to internal reporting pathways, external support and guidance are available through the eSafety Commissioner, which provides sport-specific resources to help manage and respond to online harm. Click Here
Cyber Bulling Factsheet Click Here
Image Based Abuse Quick Guide Click Here
Inappropriate Content Factsheet Click Here
Unwanted Contact and Grooming Factsheet Click Here
My Future My Future provides resources to explore career pathways and tools to develop self-knowledge to help with career decision-making. Click Here

AIS Athlete Education Scholarship On successful application, the AIS Athlete Education Scholarship Program provides financial support to current Australian high-performance athletes who are committing themselves beyond training and competition to pursue education opportunities. It is designed to ease the financial and logistical pressures of combining study with elite sport, giving athletes the flexibility and support they need to succeed, both in their sporting career and in the classroom. Click Here
Elite Athlete Scholarships Across the Australian Elite Athlete Education Network (EAEN), a range of scholarships are available to support elite athletes balancing their sporting and educational commitments. In consultation with EAEN partners, the AIS has compiled a national list of scholarships to help athletes access financial assistance, reduce study pressures, and continue their dual career journey. Click Here
Career Practitioner Network The Career Practitioner Referral Network (CPRN) provides Australia’s categorised athletes access to expert career advice and guidance services nationwide, including regional and online support. Through the CPRN, athletes can access assistance in areas like career planning, exploration, skills development, employment pathways, and fast-track advice for transitions. Access and bookings are available via your AW&E Manager. Click Here
AIS Mental Health Referral Network The AIS Mental Health Referral Network (MHRN) is a group of expert psychologists and mental health clinicians who understand the pressures and complexity of life in a high-performance setting. The MHRN is a service for categorised athletes, alumni, coaches and support staff engaged in the Daily Training Environment. Click Here
Hnry Financial Management Tool Discounted access to Hnrys financial management tool, including tax returns, tax payments on invoices and raising payments for Categorised Australian Athletes. Click Here
Navigating the US College System A resource to support understanding and decision making about entering the US College System as a student athlete. Click Here
Australian Sports Foundation The Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) operates Australia’s only sport-specific and tax-deductible fundraising platform. Starting an online fundraiser with the ASF is easy, and you get a personalised webpage with an online donation form. The fundraising portal allows you to track live donation information and gives you access to tools, tips and templates to make your fundraising journey easier. Click Here
Budgeting Budgeting is an important skill that anyone can learn. A personal spending plan or budget can be an empowering financial tool. It helps you track your income and expenses, make informed choices, and stay prepared for opportunities and challenges in both sport and life. By taking the time to work out a plan of where your money comes from and where you spend or save it, you are gaining the knowledge and skills you need to make smart financial decisions. Money Smart, by the Australian Government, is a website with tools and resources to assist you with topics such as managing your money, reducing your debt, planning for your future, growing your wealth as well as providing resources for budgeting and understanding your personal spending habits. Try this easy-to-use Budget: Click Here
dAIS grant program Dais athlete grant in support of the HP2032+ Sport Strategy outcomes, the Federal Government, through the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) dAIS grant program, aims to provide athletes with direct financial support to enable them to focus on training and competitions to achieve the strategy targets in Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games sports. Click Here
AIS Mental Performance During Competition Learn about improving mental performance during competition. Click Here
Personal Values Finder Values are a critical ingredient in building your capacity and providing purpose and clarity both in sport and in life. They act as your compass, guiding your decisions, shaping how you respond under pressure, and helping you stay grounded when things get challenging. Understanding and living by your values not only strengthens your performance but also ensures that your journey remains meaningful and aligned with who you are. Use this tool to explore your own values and discover how they can support you to perform, connect, and grow both in and out of sport. Click Here
Character Strength Activities Character strengths are the positive qualities of your personality that influence how you think, feel, and behave. Researchers have identified 24 strengths that everyone has the potential to express in different ways. By completing the VIA Survey, you’ll uncover your unique character strengths profile. Understanding and applying your top strengths can help you perform at your best, build stronger relationships, and bring more meaning and fulfilment to both sport and life. Click Here
Sleep Matters The secrets of sleep UK podcast Click Here
Personal Vison Builder A clear Vision Statement is a pillar of high performance, it gives you direction, purpose, and clarity. Think of it as your personal roadmap, guiding your choices and keeping you focused when challenges arise. Ambiguity is the enemy here, so be as specific and bold as you can. This is your chance to define what you’re working towards and why. Enjoy the process of shaping a vision that inspires you every day. Click Here
Travel Long-haul travel is common, recurring, and unavoidable for many Australian high-performance athletes. This focus area encompasses resources to support the purposeful preparation for, and recovery from, travel. Click Here

The AIS Sports Supplement Framework Sports foods and supplements can play a small but important role in the sports nutrition plans of high-performance athletes. The ABCD Classification system ranks sports foods and supplement ingredients into four groups according to scientific evidence and other practical considerations that determine whether a product is safe, permitted, and effective in improving sports performance. This site is highly recommended to any athlete interested in whether use of a particular supplement is likely to benefit performance, and whether it is safe to consume without breaching the World Anti-Doping Code. Sports supplements (excluding sports foods like sports drinks and sports gels) are rarely warranted for athletes under 18 years of age, and it is recommended athletes intending to use supplements check with an accredited sports dietitian to confirm their use is warranted for that athlete’s specific circumstances and sporting context. Click Here
Concussion in Sport Australia Concussion in Sport Australia brings together the most contemporary evidence-based information on concussion for athletes, parents, teachers, coaches, and medical practitioners. It contains links to a broad range of resources that can be downloaded, and which are readily understood. Click Here
Female Performance Health Initiative The female performance health initiative is a national support system for developing and elite athletes and the people that support them. There are a significant number of resources that can cover a wide variety of topics. Click Here Part of this program includes specific Female athlete Education modules that can be completed online. Some are designed for athletes and their parents with specific modules also available for coaches and medical professionals. Click Here There are also several information sheets that have been developed specifically for female athletes, they cover topics such as contraception, your menstrual cycle and breast health. Click Here The final part of this initiative is the Mum-Alete project, this is specifically for athletes that are also Mums. Click Here
AIS Intense 'Live In' Rehabilitation Program This program has been developed for athletes competing at an international level to be able to access an intense ‘live in’ program at the AIS when they suffer a significant injury and are in need of intense rehabilitation. To access this program, a National Sporting organisation need to make an application of an athlete's behalf, they are assessed quickly for their suitability and offered a place if they meet certain criteria. Click Here
Disordered Eating \|Disordered eating is a topic athletes and parents might want to learn more about. The AIS intro material to this is quite good too, particularly around what are some of the signs and symptoms to watch out for. Click Here
Performance Nutrition E-learning platform to support athletes to optimise their health and performance outcomes through strategic use of nutrition. Click Here
Supplement Information Click Here
AIS Mental Health Referral Network The AIS Mental Health Referral Network (MHRN) is a group of expert psychologists and mental health clinicians who understand the pressures and complexity of life in a high-performance setting. The MHRN is a service for categorised athletes, alumni, coaches and support staff engaged in the Daily Training Environment. Click Here

Bolstering Resilience Through Sports Click Here
Fostering Independence for Sporting Success Click Here
The Role of a High-Performance Parent Click Here
Helping Athletes Navigate School Click Here
Supporting Athletes Through Injury Click Here
Supporting Athletes Through Illness Click Here
Transitioning Out of High-Performance Sport Click Here

Athlete Health & Wellbeing Resources

Welcome to the TIS

During the TIS Journey

Performance Health Resources

Performance Parents Resources