Category Archives: Injuries

Body movements in physical activities such as running, swimming, and bicycling are highly repetitive, so participants are susceptible to overuse injuries. In fitness activities, the joints of the lower extremities(foot, ankle, knee, and hip) tend to be injured more frequently … Continue reading →

Since the passing of Title IX in 1972, opportunities for female athletes have consistently grown. In the past decade, however, that growth has been nothing short of remarkable. Women’s college basketball now rivals its male counterpart in many parts of … Continue reading →

For personal fitness activities, the function of your exercise clothing is far more important than the fashion statement it makes. For some types of physical activity, you will need clothing that allows maximal body heat dissipation-for example, light-colored nylon shorts … Continue reading →

Overtraining is the most frequent cause of injuries associated with sports activities. Enthusiastic but out-of-shape beginners often injure themselves by doing too much activity too soon. One strategy to prevent overuse injury to a particular muscle group or body part … Continue reading →

Another mechanism involved in the generation of free radicals in weight trainers does not involve the physiological effects of training, but involves the effects of recovery from training, namely, free radical production in damaged muscle. As a result of intense … Continue reading →