Headed to the slopes this holiday? Increased participation in recreational activities like skiing, ice skating, and pickup football can put added stress on your joints. Sudden bursts of activity, icy conditions, and cold muscles raise the risk of hip, knee, and shoulder injuries.
Baseball offers young athletes the thrill of competition, teamwork, and achievement, but it also puts unique stress on the shoulder, with pitchers facing the greatest strain.
Teen athletes push their bodies to the limit, often balancing intense training schedules with school and other activities. While sports build strength, discipline, and confidence, they also put young joints, muscles, and tendons at risk.
It’s easy to overlook hydration during a long practice or intense game, but for young athletes, staying hydrated is more than just about performance. It can directly impact injury risk, muscle recovery, and joint stability.
As summer temperatures rise, dehydration becomes more common—and it doesn’t just affect your energy levels.
