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The Importance of Sleep in Performance
The Importance of Sleep in Performance Great champions realize in their journey that the balance of training and rest is essential to good performance. In…
What causes muscle cramps in exercise?
The answer to this question is actually … we aren’t sure. The research is relatively uncertain as to the cause. There are two theories. One theory is the it results from muscle dehydration and or electrolyte depletion with exercise. The more recent theory is that it results from muscle fatigue and altered neuromuscular control creating the cramp. It is likely that it is a combination of both.
Managing Travel and Jet Lag
One of the best parts about being an athlete is getting to travel and represent their Province, Territory or Nation. However, travel especially across multiple time zones can present its challenges as you need to plan for the time difference and how it affects you.
Lateral Epicondylitis or “Tennis Elbow”
Lateral epicondylitis, or “Tennis Elbow”, is an overuse injury involving the common extensor tendon in the forearm, with the primary tendon being the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB).
This muscle functions in the extension of the fingers and wrist, which is needed in all racquet sports to perform the “snap” or “flick” motions, as well as to stabilize the racquet at “contact”.
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