The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most common injuries seen among high school and collegiate soccer players. This injury is prominent in soccer because of the high-velocity pivots and rotation forces of the lower extremities during practice and competition. ACL injuries can occur … [Read more...]
Understanding the phases of your offseason training
Editor’s note: This story appeared in our Winter 2019 magazine as part of our “offseason training” issue. Offseason strength training is your opportunity to address fundamental weaknesses that negatively affect your game. The ability to play the game well comes from the product you decide to put on … [Read more...]
Four easy tips for soccer players to remain healthy
For high school soccer players, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly 40 percent of ER visits will be due to traumatic joint injuries to ankles, knees and shoulders. Of those injuries, females will suffer them during the lethargy of practice and males will fall victim … [Read more...]
Train Like A Champ: To succeed, don’t fear failure
With the school year starting and fall sports beginning, I want you to think about this. Parents, coaches and athletes all share a common goal, the goal of helping you stand out, gain attention, and solidify a spot on a collegiate roster. Conversely, most of your money is spent on things that help … [Read more...]
Train Like a Champ: How to prevent ankle injuries
You’ve done your ABCs, towel crunches, calfraises and a gauntlet of single-leg exercises, but you keep spraining your ankle. Back to the training room for an ice bag, compression wrap and a trip to the orthopedic for more sad news: 2-4 weeks of physical therapy and maybe you’ll be back for the … [Read more...]
Train Like a Champ: How to avoid muscle cramps
It’s May, and your biggest recruiting summer is just one month away. The Memorial Day tournaments will kick off the early morning rises, back-to-back games and increased physical demands. The average temperature in May will be 66 degrees, only to increase to 76 in June and 80 by July and August. … [Read more...]
