Sports & Fitness: Performance Training, Rules & Recovery

Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.

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The Advantages of Stationary Jogging

Stationary jogging is one of the most convenient and effective cardiovascular exercises you can perform. You can do stationary jogging in any environment, it requires little preparation and it offers benefits to both your musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems.

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Ways to Tell You're Running a Fever

A fever is not only an uncomfortable symptom, but also a sign that something may be going wrong in your body, according to MayoClinic.com. You may have an infection, autoimmune disorder, tumor, heat exhaustion, extreme sunburn or be responding to a medication or vaccine.

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How to Avoid Being Tired After Extreme Exercise

Extreme, high-intensity exercise will provide future health benefits, but it puts significant stress on your body during and immediately after your workout. During your workouts, your body is working to continually provide energy to your muscles.

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The Best Workout Routine for Heavy Lifting

Heavy lifting is not for the faint of heart. But if you want to build muscle mass and increase strength, lifting heavy weights will get you there, according to the American College of Sports Medicine.

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Damage to the Serratus Anterior

The serratus anterior is a muscle located on the lateral sides of the upper rib cage. Although an unappreciated muscle, the serratus anterior plays a significant role in stabilizing the shoulder joint and shoulder blade. Therefore, damage to this muscle can result in certain anatomical and physiological dysfunction.

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How to Stop Feeling Sick After Weight Lifting

Intense weight training may be necessary if you are training for an athletic event or have a personal goal of optimal fitness that you are trying to reach. While you may be focusing on your workout exercises and sets, also closely monitor your diet if you are feeling sick after weight lifting.

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How Can I Lose a Cup Size by Exercising?

Large breasts may not always be a desirable anatomic attribute. For some women, large breasts may be out of proportion for their body type, and may decrease self-image or self-confidence. Further, large breasts may make participating in physical activities difficult.

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