Helpful Tips and Information
new MRSA NYSPHSAA suggestions to reduce the possibility or drug resistance infections. AAU basketball often involves scratches and multiple games without showers can elevate bacteria counts.
new Heat Guideline Exercise intensity levels should be adjusted to the heat/humidity level. Here is the scale quoted in the Hydration link below.
Dealing with Pre-Game Jitters If you care about the game, you could get too up, too soon. Try these concrete solutions.
Overtraining Working too little will hurt your chances to reach your goals, but working too hard can do the same. This page will help you notice overtraining.
Active Recovery Low intensity activities during your rest periods can make your workouts more effective.
Head Injuries Guidelines for concussion classifications and how long to hold athletes out of competition..
Concussions (NY Times Article) Football - 46 concussions/100,000 games or practices, girls soccer 36/100,000, boys soccer 22/100,000 and girls basketball 21/100,000. My experience is that the rate is much higher than that.
Achilles Injuries How to recognize problems early on, treatment suggestions.
Hydration According to the National Federation of High Schools
Nutrition The NCAA guide to Nutrition and Performance
Breakfast Advice from Penn State Sports Nutritionist, Kris Clark, PhD, R.D.
The links directly below were sponsored by Accelerade, and appeared on the Womens Basketball Coaches Association website. 1) Playing strong through the second half, 2) The Fatigue/Injury Connection, 3) Preventing and Treating Muscle Soreness, 4) Power Up with Protein, 5) Boost Your Speed