Most Recent Feature Articles

12/11/2002 - Inline Skate Park Injuries Not Uncommon
While safer than street riding, skate parks offer no perfect solution to injury prevention

12/8/2002 - New Treatment for Tennis Elbow
Ultrasound-guided needle therapy shows positive results

11/6/2002 - Finding a Doctor
How to find a physician who works with athletes and sports injuries.

11/1/2002 - Build Balance and Strength with One-Leg Squats
This simple exercise can help you gain power and coordination with little or no equipment.

10/14/2002 - Sports Injury Cheat Sheet
Quick tips for preventing, recognizing, and treating sports injuries.

10/8/2002 - High Altitude Illness
Learn the signs, causes, treatment and prevention of acute altitude sickness before you head to the mountains.

9/18/2002 - False Weight-Loss Ad Claims are Common
The FTC finds false or misleading claims in advertising for weight-loss products are widespread and appear to have increased over the last decade.

9/9/2002 - Preventing Golf Injuries
Focusing on technique, conditioning and rest can give you an edge on the course.

8/28/2002 - Physical Activity Reduces Your Risk of Catching Colds
More research links moderate exercise with increased immunity.

8/8/2002 - How To Achieve a Personal Best
Tips for improving your sports performance.

7/30/2002 - How to Feed Your Muscles
Nutrition tips for strength training.

7/11/2002 - Full Book Review
The Stretching Handbook.

7/2/2002 - Bike Helmet Basics
Ride smart. Look cool. Wear a helmet.

7/2/2002 - Top Picks - Bike Helmets
Some helmet recommendations.

6/20/2002 - Why You Should Stretch
A good flexibility program offers many benefits for athletes of all types.

6/17/2002 - Bandage Could Repair Damaged Tissues
A new bandage contains the molecular structure needed to help cells heal an injury.

6/17/2002 - LunaTours Outdoor Adventures for Women - Trip Review
The guide's personal review of the 2002 LunaTours bike tour of Utah.

6/14/2002 - Do You Need a Heart Rate Monitor?
While not necessary for all exercisers, there are those will benefit greatly from the use of a monitor.

6/11/2002 - Bicycle Touring for Women
Build biking endurance and confidence during a vacation of a lifetime.

5/20/2002 - Core Stability Training
How to build a strong foundation.

5/16/2002 - Recovering from an Ankle Sprain
Immediate action can reduce recovery time.

5/7/2002 - Free Weights Vs. Machines
A look at the pros and cons of each.

4/29/2002 - High Protein Diets Cause Dehydration, Even in Trained Athletes
Study findings: A diet high in protein silently caused dehydration in endurance athletes.

4/20/2002 - The Young Athlete, A Sports Doctor's Complete Guide for Parents
The ultimate handbook for parents of athletic kids.

4/4/2002 - Lightning Safety for the Outdoors
Lightning is the most dangerous and frequently encountered weather hazard that most physically active people face each year.

4/1/2002 - Exercise Benefits for Women of all Ages
Women can benefit from physical activity no matter how old they are when they begin.

3/20/2002 - Benefits of Deep Water Running
Water running is a great way to increase exercise intensity or train while you recover from injuries.

3/19/2002 - Safe Squat Technique
Learn how to perform the squat lift safely and build strength and power.

3/8/2002 - Interval Training
Vary your training intensity to boost your performance.

2/28/2002 - Super Oxygenated Water
They promise mental awareness, greater concentration and more energy to athletes. Do they work?

2/25/2002 - Sports Nutrition for Women - Book Review
Written in an easy-to-read question and answer format, this book by Anita Bean and Peggy Wellington discusses the common health-related problems faced by exercising women and how to prevent them.

2/22/2002 - The Santa Monica ACL Injury Prevention Project (PEP)
This program was developed in order to implement a strategic training program to decrease the number of ACL injuries incurred by female soccer players.

2/21/2002 - Stretching - What the Research Shows
Stretching has been promoted for years as a way to decrease the risk of injury, prevent soreness and improve performance. But what does the evidence support?

2/19/2002 - How to Help Prevent ACL Injuries
An orthopaedic surgeon tells how to help prevent ACL injuries.

2/14/2002 - Pros and Cons of Alternative Therapies
No substance is without potential complications, which includes "natural" and "herbal" remedies and dietary supplements.

2/5/2002 - Ephedra and Sports Medicine
There is no credible evidence that ephedra has any effect on weight loss or improving athletic performance.

2/4/2002 - Best and Worst Abdominal Exercises
A recent study looked at a variety of common abdominal exercises in order to determine what really works.

2/1/2002 - Strength Training Plateaus - How to Get Unstuck
Strength training programs require constant adjustment or you risk hitting plateaus.

1/24/2002 - How to Design a Personal Exercise Program
There are several components that are essential to a safe, effective exercise program.

1/21/2002 - Is Your Sports Injury Serious?
This injury checker will help you decide if your injury warrants a trip to the doctor, careful watching and waiting, or basic home treatment.

1/19/2002 - What to do for Your Sports Injury
If you have a sports injury the first line of action is to prevent further damage.

1/15/2002 - Moderate Exercise Boosts Immunity
Recent studies have shown that during moderate exercise, several positive changes occur in the immune system.

1/14/2002 - Should I Exercise With a Cold?
The average adult has two to three upper respiratory infections each year. Many athletes wonder if they should continue their training routine when sick.

1/9/2002 - Under New Training Policies, Injuries Twice as Likely for Female Army Recruits
A recently published study found that an 'equal opportunity' policy for new recruits results in a higher injury rate for women.

1/7/2002 - Ten Tips to Prevent Colds and the Flu this Winter
With more of us spending time indoors in the winter, it's easier for germs to spread. Learn how to keep coughs, colds and the flu from finding you this year.