Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.
The sudden stops and jumps in a game of basketball are rough on your shock absorbers -- the knees. Soreness in the knees may be a normal side effect of enjoying a great game, but watch for the warning signs of a more serious injury before brushing off sore knees as a minor annoyance.
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Although a massage therapist could probably unloosen that shoulder knot for you; sometimes that is not an option. Painful knots in the shoulders -- myofascial trigger points -- are like miniature charley horses that won't let go.
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Exercising with a heart rate sensor allows you to check how much effort you bring based on your heart rate. The higher your heart rate, the harder your lungs work, which is proportionately tied to your calorie expenditure.
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A broken hand doesn't have to lead to weeks on the couch waiting for your bones to set. Take steps to retain your lean muscle mass and cardiovascular health while waiting for your doctor's clearance to resume all activities. There are myriad forms of hand fractures, casts and treatments.
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Repeated overhead activities, such as a dumbbell shoulder press with poor technique, may increase your risk of injuring the shoulder joint. Strengthen the muscles that support the shoulder to decrease your risk.
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Running a mile with a seven-minute pace is an indication of superior cardiovascular fitness, which is not attained easily. Whether you are training for the full 26.2-mile marathon or looking to pass a physical fitness test, devoted training and technique can help you achieve the speed you want.
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It does not matter if it is sudden and severe or chronic and achy -- upper back pain can put a crimp on your daily activities. However, upper back injuries are usually short-lived and the result of a definable problem such as poor posture or a sports injury.
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