Most youth baseball organizations today limit pitch counts or require days of rest after a young pitcher’s stint on the mound — or both. Medical research has shown that these rules are a safe way to protect the arms of these young players.
How to Pick the Running Shoe That Is Best For You
The best method to avoid injury is prevention, and a running shoe is the only protective equipment a runner has for protection against injury. So choosing the correct running shoe is important.
Treadmill or Elliptical? How to Decide What’s Your Best Workout
While treadmills and ellipticals offer many of the same exercise benefits, your goals and physical condition should guide you. Here are several considerations that will help you decide which machine is best for you.
The Best Food to Help Relieve Your Joint Pain
You may already be taking medicines — either prescription or over-the-counter — to relieve morning stiffness, inflammation and pain in your joints. But many studies show that certain foods, spices and supplements may help in addition to medicines.
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Why Caffeine isn’t a Sure-Fire Way to Improve Your Athletic Performance
After conducting hundreds of studies, researchers concluded that caffeine has a positive effect on runners’ and cyclists’ performance in a laboratory setting.
Build Muscles, Lose Weight by Adding Strength Training to Your Workout
Strength training offers many benefits, including increased muscle tone, strength, endurance and bone density.
Energy Gels: How They Can Help You Fuel a Long Workout
Energy gels are the latest in food technology for athletes, but what advantages do they offer?
How Omega-3 Foods Can Help You Be a Better Athlete
Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and arthritis. One of the key benefits is their ability to act as an anti-inflammatory.