Monday, November 1, 2010

Treat your stress fracture/reaction

1. Prevention

a. Get rid of worn out shoes
b. Do you overpronate seek someone with experience to help you
c. Sudden increases in intensity or frequency of training
d. Over training
e. Poor biomechanics
f. Absence of menstrual cycle results in loss of bone mass
g. Restrictive diets
h. Muscle weakness or muscle imbalances

2. Training

a. Limit training to non-impact for 8 to 17 weeks
b. Gradually increase the frequency and intensity of activity over time
c. Focus on quality and not quantity
d. Do not train when tired

3. Increase your bone health
Note: Your bone can only make deposits of calcium along with other minerals until the age of 25. After 25, it is recommended that you take daily calcium supplements.

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