Girls Athletes and Bone Loss
Researchers warn that girl athletes who neglect nutrition during training may risk bone loss.
Body Composition basics
Body Composition is not the same as body weight. The difference can have a dramatic effect on athletic performance.
Read the details here.
Open Water Swims & Workouts
There is more to swimming than just doing lap after lap, turning when you reach the wall at the end of the pool. You can swim in places with no walls - open water.
Sun Protection for Swimmers
Swimming outside without getting burned can be a challenge. Between meets and workouts, you have to find the products that work for you.
It might be a cream or lotion, or maybe the clothing you wear between events.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis can cause bones to become so brittle that a minor injury can break a wrist, hip, or spine. Learn more about this devastating disease.
Late-Night Exercise and Sleep Disturbance
There has been ongoing debate for years over whether vigorous exercise close to bedtime impairs sleep or helps sleep. This study tested that theory.
Popping Pills Won't Cure Muscle Pain
According to recent research, overuse injuries simply take time to heal.
Lance Armstrong's Journey
Lance Armstrong says his battle with cancer actually helped him become a better athlete.
Heat Illness
Heat illness is a life threatening, medical emergency that can be prevented if you follow some basic guidelines, and are aware of its signs and symptoms.
Concussion
A silent injury with potentially serious long term effects.
Hamstring Injuries
One of the most common running injuries and what you can do about it.
Krazy Glue for Cuts
Krazy Glue is making its way out of the garage and into the first aid kit. Find out why.
Athletes and ECG
When an athlete has an abnormal ECG, what appears isn't always as it seems.
Chiropractic and Sports
Chiropractors are becoming more and more familiar to athletes. Find out what they could do for you.
To Stretch Or Not To Stretch
Research is still inconclusive as to whether stretching is of great benefit to athletes.
Andro - A Steroid Afterall
It fought the good fight, but Androstenedione couldn't hide it's real colors forever.
Sleep Deprivation and Sports Performance
Sleep deprivation was recently found to interfere with glucose metabolism, which could impair endurance performance and recovery.
Proprioception for Sports Performance
Developing skills in balance and proprioception can have dramatic effects on sports performance.
Strength Training for the Over 50 Crowd
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) now recommends weight training for people over 50.
Strength Training for the Young Athlete
Sure kids can benefit fom strength training. The key is to lift correctly.
The Side Stitch
Almost everyone will experience one of these nasty side aches during exercises at some point; here's how to avoid them.
Diabetes and Exercise
Diabetes shouldn't prevent anyone from participating in athletics, as long as some precautions are taken.
Water Intoxication
Can athletes ever have too much water in their systems? The answer may surprise you.
Is Getting Hurt Really Part of the Game?
Kids who play sports will get hurt. But must parents be so willing to accept it?
Women, Injuries and Training
Researchers continue to find reasons why women are more likely, than men, to develop sports-related knee injuries.
Can Athlete's Get an Edge With Therapeutic Massage?
Sports Massage is being used more and more by athletes and their coaches as a means to enhance performance. Will it work for you?
This is your body on drugs: Common chemicals can affect your response to exercise
Are you aware that a wide variety of commonly used drugs can affect your body's response to exercise and potentially increase the risk of injury?
Boomeritis: Sports Injuries & Baby Boomers
The "new disease" that's striking the most active baby boomers; are you at risk?
R.I.C.E. for Injuries
Proper care in the first day or two after injury can reduce the time you're sidelined by it.
Overtraining Syndrome
How to recognize and avoid this downward spiral.
Blister Treatment and Prevention
Tips and tricks to treat and avoid the pain of blisters.
Exercising with CHF
Congestive heart failure patients can breathe easier with appropriate physical activity.
Conditioning For Skiing
Proper preparation can make your time on the slopes more fun and less painful.
DOMS
Delayed onset muscle sorenes can strike anyone. Here's how to be ready when it's your turn.