If you are one of the many who train at low altitude and plan to exercise at high altitude, you need to plan ahead to avoid the dreaded altitude illness. Symptoms of headache, nausea and fatigue often occur in those who travel from lower elevations up to 8,000 feet or more. ,p.If you are heading to the mountains, and plan any activity once there, these tips and precautions for high-altitude exercise might help you stay safe as well as comfortable.

More Tips for High Altitude Travelers:

• Recognizing and Preventing Acute Mountain Sickness
• Altitude Training and Athletic Performance (Book Review)
• Exercising in Extreme Weather Conditions
• How to Unclog (Pop) Ears In Altitudes
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Odds are, if you've had a sports injury it's been in one of the major joints used during exercise. Knees, shoulders, ankles and elbows are some of the most commonly injured body parts. In order to prevent injuries to these vulnerable areas take a look at the following list of the most common sports injuries and learn how to avoid them.

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• Common Soccer Injuries
• Common Bicycling Injuries
• Common Running Injuries
• Common Tennis Injuries
• Common Golf Injuries

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