ISSUE 19.09 December 2009
Bulletin Board
Comeback Athlete: Sean Wallis
Washington University in St. Louis
Too Far, Too Fast
Overtraining syndrome can derail athletes' performance goals and put their physical and mental health in jeopardy. Fortunately, it's easy to avoid when training programs focus on gradual adaptation and common-sense monitoring strategies.
Lending a Hand
Being a mediator and resolving conflicts between others probably isn't why you became an athletic trainer. But it's a valuable skill set that can help all parts of your department run more smoothly.
For a Loss
Whatever their sport, athletes looking to lose weight often have questions: How do I avoid a drop in energy level? How do I lose fat without losing muscle? How fast is too fast to shed pounds? This seasoned sports nutritionist provides answers.
The Press Is On
With the latest research into compression's effects and benefits, science is learning more and more about why many athletes today consider compression wear to be standard equipment.
Strokes of Genius
At this perennial NCAA Division III swimming powerhouse, the strength and conditioning regimen is designed to optimize functional power and maximize transfer from dry land to the pool.