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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Cardiovascular Endurance: This refers to the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen and nutrients to the muscles during sustained physical activity.

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Resolving Running-Related Injury

Informed Practitioner in Sport

Thanks to this evolutionary history we are specifically adapted for endurance running. Moreover, this learning and refining of movement skills and capabilities continues over the life span. Even if they are not out injured at this moment, many are presently coping with some sort of minor injury or niggle. But how did we get here?

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Overuse Injuries in Amateur Sports: Identifying Risks, Prevention Strategies, and Recovery Protocols

Better Coaching

Often athletes throw and swing the bat from the same side, so the constant repetitive rotational movements can cause spine and hip misalignment issues. Because of the constant lateral movements, young tennis players are also susceptible to lower body injuries, such as stress fractures in the feet or legs.

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