Competitive athletics, at the youth, recreational, and elite levels alike, place incredible demands on the body. Longer, more frequent practices, along with demanding game schedules, can take a toll on the body. That’s why it’s critical to understand and practice recovery techniques throughout the season, as well as in the off season. Recovery techniques help…
Are you in search of a new and innovative way to improve your workouts and see better results? Well consuming CBD after a workout might just be the new trend you are searching for. CBD has been shown to help relieve pain, inflammation as well as mental health issues such as anxiety and depression which…
Athletes often use prescription drugs before their match, but you should never use it without your doctor’s permission. Find out everything you need to know about them. Most serious athletes will also mention that they are driven by a strong desire to succeed. Athletes often dream of winning a medal for their country or gaining a…
Competitive athletes are constantly looking for an extra edge to enhance their performance, as they strive to cut their speed by milliseconds, extend their focus, increase their energy, or enhance their endurance. Most look to disciplined diets, rigorous exercise regimens, or approved supplements to boost performance. Unfortunately, some turn to banned substances. Regrettably, the biggest…
Today, sport activities are an integral part of the school environment. And no wonder why! They bring students a lot of benefits that will be discussed in this article in more detail. So keep reading! Physical activity at school Physical activity can take various forms in school settings. Usually, it’s classified into three types, such…
Athletes often seek performance-enhancing drugs to succeed in sports, but these drugs come with significant risks. From organ damage to gender-specific side effects like gigantism, the dangers are numerous. Other risks include increased blood clotting, nerve failure, and premature balding. Understanding these risks is crucial for athletes considering these drugs.
In this week’s episode of Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Brian Cole, head team physician for the Chicago Bulls, discusses Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). Dr. Cole answers hard-hitting questions including: Should athletes be permitted to supplement with TRT? When is the right time to seek TRT? What are the risks and benefits of TRT? Testosterone is…
Hyperthyroidism occurs when your thyroid produces and releases more hormones than your body requires. It’s also referred to as overactive thyroid. The primary hormones produced by the thyroid are triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). Hyperthyroidism may affect the whole body and is a medical disorder that requires treatment. The thyroid gland is a tiny, butterfly-shaped…
It’s one month into the new year. How are those resolutions going? In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly podcast, Dr. Cole discusses goals and resolutions for the new year! A recent study found that 23 percent of people fail to keep their resolutions more than two weeks into the new year, and…
As much as 4.4% of the adult population in the United States has undiagnosed ADHD. As an adult, the symptoms of ADHD can be tough to cope with. Keeping up with the responsibilities of modern adult life is a challenge without managing symptoms of adult ADHD. What is Adult ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is…
So, you are working from home! Here are some of the habits you absolutely need to avoid if you are planning to stay on a healthy route during your WFH! So, you are working from home! We can understand your pain. The constant boredom and monotony in every activity that you opt for! No more…
When do you think of the word runner or sprinter who comes to your mind? Of course, it’s none other than Usain Bolt. The retired Jamaican sprinter still holds the 100-meter dash world record, set in Berlin at the World Championships 2009. So, what fuels him to achieve such an impressive record? Well, food is…