InjuryPrevention
Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it’s not a cure-all
Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it’s not a cure-all Weighted vests are a low-tech, high-impact way to add resistance to everyday activities, promoting bone health and weight loss. The human body adapts to environmental stress by recruiting muscle fibers more effectively, improving strength and performance, and increasing cardiac […]
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CDC’s ability to prevent injuries like drowning, traumatic brain injury and falls is severely compromised by Trump cuts
CDC’s ability to prevent injuries like drowning, traumatic brain injury and falls is severely compromised by Trump cuts The Trump administration’s cuts to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have severely compromised the agency’s ability to prevent injuries like drowning, traumatic brain injury, and falls. Injuries are a leading cause of death in […]
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What causes muscle cramps during exercise? Athletes and coaches may want to look at the playing surface
What causes muscle cramps during exercise? Athletes and coaches may want to look at the playing surface Exercise-associated muscle cramps (EAMCs) are a common issue for athletes, but traditional explanations like dehydration or electrolyte imbalances have limitations. A growing body of research suggests that playing surfaces can contribute to EAMCs by altering neuromuscular fatigue and […]
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