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Injury Prevention Secrets from an Ironman Coach
Why Recovery Is Where You Get Stronger
While training breaks your body down, recovery is when real gains happen. Coach Ahmed Zaher emphasizes that sleep is your #1 tool—cheaper and more effective than cryotherapy or massage. Want proof? He recommends Dr. Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep for the full science breakdown.
Tip: Start by finding your personal "recovery number"—hours of sleep, minutes of foam rolling, or recovery work required to match your training load.
How to Get Back into the Gym after the Flu
Here are some steps to consider:
Consult Your Doctor
Before returning to the gym, especially if you've been sick, it's a good idea to consult your healthcare provider. They can give you personalized advice based on your health and the severity of your illness.
Start Slowly…
The Alarming Epidemic: Teenage Girls and ACL Tears in Soccer
Yahoo!Sports recently published an article, “Inside the ACL ‘epidemic’ plaguing women's soccer and the high-stakes search for cures,” which highlights the dangers that females, especially teenage girls, face when playing explosive sports.
Sports injuries are an unfortunate reality for athletes of all ages and genders. However, in recent years, there has been a concerning epidemic of teenage girls tearing their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while playing soccer. This trend has sparked growing concern among parents, coaches, and healthcare professionals. In this blog post, we delve into the reasons behind this epidemic, explore the unique risk factors girls face, and discuss preventive measures that can be taken to mitigate these injuries.