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Sports medicine healthcare providers have special training to restore function to injured ... and injury in active people. What Is Sports Medicine? If your child is injured while doing ... sports;sports medicine;sports injuries;athletic injuries;19

Heart Disease: The Benefits of Strength Training ... method from a trainer at your local gym or take a class. Check with your healthcare provider about ... your muscles a day of rest in between each strength-training session. Try working your lower body ... heart disease;strength training;aerobic capacity;strength training benefits;DM17

Strength Training for Kids ... strength training is fine for kids, as long as they're supervised and don't try to lift too much ... weight. Read on Strength Training: No Longer Off-Limits to Kids Strength training is an ... kids strength training;kids lifting weights;kids power lifting;children weight lifting;children strength training;child strength training guidelines;1187

your knee function. Before you start, talk with a physical therapist or certified athletic trainer ... , talk with a physical therapist or certified athletic trainer. Learn how to use the equipment

warming up muscles and then stretching. Proper training under an expert's supervision can help ... down with the soles of the feet together in front of you. Press your knees to the floor. Place the ... sports;sports injuries;athletic injuries;injury prevention;21

surfaces Replace your running shoes often Ease up on your training On a track, make sure you ... activity over time. Talk with your healthcare provider or trainer for more advice. When to call the

training, and warm-up exercises. Cheerleading Safety Is your child doing cartwheels at the thought ... protocols should always be followed. Athletes, coaches, and parents should be trained in athlete

that can reduce your motivation and stifle your performance. When professional athletes start ... not matter what your skill level may be. Everyone can benefit from mental health training. Here are

special needs as it is for any child. Sports and Children with Special Needs All children can ... managing weight. This is a common problem among today's kids. All children and teens ages 6 to 17 ... sports;athletics;exercise;special needs;sports participation;20

Preventing MRSA Infection in Athletes ... spread of MRSA in athletes. Along with swift care and treatment, athletes should take care to keep all ... MRSA most often causes minor skin infections in young athletes. But if untreated, the

Concussions affect many athletes, but these sports injuries are the least understood. Special ... Caution on Sports-Related Concussions in Children Concussions often occur in athletes. But experts

a certified athletic trainer is on hand to assess any injuries. They should have an emergency plan ... protective gear. The gear should meet all safety standards. It should be worn at all times during play.

injuries caused during sports or athletic activities. The Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist A ... during sports or athletic activities. These injuries could result from players bumping into each

Stress Facture Injuries in Child Athletes ... growing bones. Make sure that your young athletes follow these guidelines: Eat a balanced ... known as a stress fracture. Stress Fractures in Young Athletes Competitive sports can give

both force and range. Head-to-toe conditioning The best strategy is to condition all of your ... athlete to benefit from good conditioning. Better strength and flexibility make any activity more enjoyable, no matter what your level of participation.

*Your Ideal Weight ... fat, but it takes up less space. Think of a trained athlete and a “couch potato.” Even though they ... , consider your age, gender, and current weight. Finding Your Ideal Weight Most of the people in ... 85103;finding your ideal weight

Teen Girl Athletes and Injury Risk ... Teen girls who are athletes face unique obstacles when it comes to their bodies and how well ... they perform. Female Teen Athletes: At Risk for Injury? Teen girls who are athletes face ... female teen athletes;female ligament injuries;female breast problems;female anabolic steroids;female athlete estrogen;2810;injury

and shoulders, including a neck roll. Make sure your child has training in proper blocking and ... . Have your child do strength and flexibility training. Make sure the coaching team is ... 89365;when your child has a stinger;stinger;Athletic Injuries;Athletic Injury;Sports Injuries

stiffness and pain. Getting back to your sport If you are an athlete, talk with your healthcare ... provider and trainers to see when you might be ready to return to your sport. It’s important not to return

Facts About Strength Training ... training. Taking time each week to build your strength can help you live a more healthy and independent ... your healthcare provider before starting a strength-training program.  Myth: I am too weak for ... strength training;strength training myths;strength training facts;1492