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Exercises Can Help Combat and Prevent Girls’ ACL Injuries

The Washington Post’s MisFits report on how parents are taking strides to prevent ACL injuries in young female athletes

Lenny Bernstein – The Washington Post

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The Washington Post‘s Lenny Bernstein reports on changes that are being made by parents, coaches, and institutions to help prevent ACL injuries in young female athletes.  The incidence of knee injuries in this population is staggering.  In fact, young women that are actively involved in sport are three to eight times more likely to suffer from ACL tears than their male counterparts.  While anatomical differences, such as the thinness of their ACLs, contribute greatly to these statistics, ACL injuries can be prevented through proper conditioning.  Bernstein reports that some parents and coaches have taken on this  conditioning burden and are providing young female athletes with intensive training that involves strengthening leg muscles, learning proper the biomechanics of jumping and running, as well as conditioning key stabilizer muscles through the core and lower body.  This intensive training will not only help prevent knee injuries but also provide a competitive advantage to the athletes – a fact that many hope will inspire increasingly competitive female athletes and their parents to buy into this additional training commitment.

By Lenny Bernstein

Published: January 28, 2010

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In Women, Training for a Sharper Mind

The New York Times reports on a recent study showing that older women may benefit from strength training

Roni Caryn Rabin – The New York Times

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Roni Caryn Rabin reports for The New York Times on a new study that was featured in the January 25th issue of Achives os Internal Medicine.  The British Columbian study recruited 155 women ages 65 to 75 years to analyze what cognitive functions may or may not improve with different forms of exercise.  The study suggests that older women who do regular strength training (in lieu of balance and toning) may see marked improvements in their ability to makes decisions, resolve conflicts, and focus without distractions.  This new documentation of the added benefits of strength training will, hopefully, encourage older women to participate in this activity with greater frequency.

By Roni Caryn Rabin

Published: January 25, 2010

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Exercises to Improve the Golf Swing

Professional golf trainer Sean Cochran’s series of articles that address the principles of golf fitness for amateurs

Sean Cocharn – PGA Tour

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Golf trainer Sean Cochran, who has worked with such stars as Phil Mickelson and Corey Pavin, collaborated with pgatour.com to provide fitness guides for amateur golfers.  The guides help individuals understand the principles of golf conditioning and the importance of staying fit off the green.

By Sean Cochran

Published: January 12, 2010

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Avoid Bad Posture

Real Simple shows you how to correct posture issues everywhere from parties to in the car

Daphne Howard – Real Simple

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Daphne Howard provides instructions for perfecting your posture in  various back-compromising circumstances including traveling with luggage, commuting in the car, and talking on the phone.  The article has information on both your natural tendencies and how to correct them

By Daphne Howard

Published: January 12, 2010

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Study: Running Shoes Cause Joint Strain
LiveScience reports on a a new study about the danger of running shoes

Rachel Rettner – LiveScience

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Rachel Rettner reports that a new study suggests that running shoes may hinder more than they help with regard to joint support.  The study included over 65 participants that ran a minimum of 15 miles a week.  The 37 women and 31 men had their gaits analyzed while running both in shoes and barefoot.  Using a forceplate to measure impact, researchers discovered that participants’ knees, hips, and ankles were exposed to increased torque when they had running shoes on.  Though the study suggests that running shoes might do more harm than good, experts do not necessarily recommend running barefoot.  Modern running surfaces can be dangerous for unprotected feet.

By Rachel Rettner

Published: January 12, 2010

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