Turf toe is a painful and debilitating sprain of the big toe. This injury normally occurs on a harder surface such as turf (hence the name) when the big toe is excessively bent back. In some cases there may be force pushed through the heel or calf while the foot and toes are on the …
When we exercise, it is important to be properly hydrated. Our body loses water as we exercise. Our sweat helps us to cool off and keep us from overheating. As we breath water vapor is exhaled and during exercise our respiratory rate increases leading to us losing more water. This content is restricted to paying …
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As the summer continues to is important to stay hydrated. As we sweat it is imperative that we replenish the fluids that are lost. Lack of fluids can lead to cardiovascular problems, muscle cramping, and other heat related illnesses. With the humidity during the summer it can make it almost impossible to walk outside without …
After serious injuries one of the first questions that athletes what to know the answer to is, “When will I be able to start running, practicing, or playing again. Most of the time, an athletes return to sport is dependent on the affected tissue, the complexity of the injury or surgery, and the athlete’s condition …
Whether a recreational, novice, or competitive swimmer, having poor technique will only hinder efficiency. Preventing the body from maximizing each stroke will only lead to the body fatiguing quicker, slower swim times, and possibly predispose an athlete to injury. Fixing these common swim flaws will lead to an effective stroke. Most athletes have an ideal as …
There is nothing more frustrating than seeing an athlete perform an entire strength training session while either sitting or lying on a piece of equipment or bench. Rarely, in any sport, is an athlete required to perform a sports related motion from a sitting and laying position. Being that athletes perform in standing positions, it …
The saying, “You are what you eat” has once again come back to hold some truth. Research has shown that there are certain foods that can improve inflammation and swelling and conversely lead to more inflammation. If suffering from an injury or increased swelling an athlete’s diet can impact his or her healing process. The …
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There may not be any more important muscle in the shoulder complex for swimmers then the Serratus Anterior. This small muscle originates from the rib cage (specifically ribs 1 to 8) and inserts into the medial border of the scapula. This muscle actively protracts the scapula or rolls the shoulder blade forward but also plays …
The current fitness craze seems to be running/ exercising with an Altitutde Mask. The companies claim the mask will replicate training in an environment that lacks oxygen (hypoxia) and puts a bigger demand on the cardiovascular system resulting in improved performance. At first thought, this seems like a great idea. The Kenya marathon runners train …
Muscles making up the core are arguably the most important group of muscles for a swimmer. Not having a good core can result in increased drag, an inefficient stroke, a lost of energy/ strength. In essence, a strong core is the foundation to maximizing a swimmer’s performance. Athletes without a string core will have difficulty …
