Featured sports along with common injuries and how to prevent them
Here are some quick tips on how to stay motivated while working out! Getting injured is the easiest way to lose motivation. Prevent injuries with these easy tips. Get enough sleep Eat well Drink enough water Warm up and cool down Don't skip the short runs Don't run on rest days, but cross training is [...]
Is CrossFit safe? CrossFit has become a very popular exercise program known for its intense “no pain, no gain” attitude in getting people in shape. It combines plyometrics, Olympic style weight training, speed training, strength training, kettle bells, body weight exercises, and endurance exercises. Studios are popping up on every corner and competitions are being [...]
Nutrition for High School and College Athletes For many athletes, you spend all day at school before heading to practice for an evening of training. Improper eating throughout the day will make you prone to an “afternoon slump” even before practice has started. Eating right all day, especially on days you work out will help [...]
[medicom_row color="null" title="null"][/medicom_row]Thousands of snowboarders are thrilled each time they hear of yet another snow storm to hit their favorite mountains. The exhilaration they experience as they accelerate down the mountain while looking out into the beautiful white scenery is like nothing else in the world. The evolution of snowboarding over the last few decades [...]
Common Rock Climbing Injuries How to avoid them, how to fix them, and when to see a doctor Most climbing injuries occur from lack of warm-up, heavy muscle fatigue, and repetitive moves Prevention: Always warm up and take breaks from working on the same problem allowing those muscles to rest and repair themselves Finger [...]
Football- Common Injuries and How to Prevent Them Football is one of the most popular sports in America both to watch and to play, especially amongst young athletes. Unfortunately, it is also the leading cause of school sports injuries. In 2012, almost 1.3 million people were treated for football-related injuries in hospital emergency rooms, doctors' [...]
