The recovery of an ankle sprain takes time and depends on the severity of the injury.Usually, full recovery takes at least 3-4 weeks, but in some cases it may take…
Category: Sports Medicine
Weak ankles: causes, symptoms, exercises, and treatment
Weak ankles are a common problem that can negatively affect mobility and quality of life. This article explores the underlying causes, associated symptoms, and potential risks associated with this condition.…
Ankle pain during running: causes and treatments
Ankle pain is a common problem among runners and can result from a variety of causes. Among the most common are stress fracture, ankle sprain, tendinitis, and tibial stress syndrome.…
Left side abdominal pain: causes and remedies
Anyone who has ever experienced left side abdominal pain during exercise or in general certainly knows how unpleasant it can be. In this article, we will explore together the many…
Right side abdominal pain: causes and remedies
Right side abdominal pain can result from a variety of medical conditions, the reasons for which vary widely. Most of the time, pain in the right lower abdomen is temporary…
Metabolic Equivalent: METs
MET (Metabolic Equivalent) is a parameter that expresses the ratio of the working metabolic rate to the resting metabolic rate. The metabolic rate represents the amount of energy consumed in…
VO₂max: definition, how it is measured and how to improve it
What is VO₂max? VO₂max, or maximum oxygen consumption, is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise. It indicates the level of aerobic fitness…
Maximum oxygen consumption
Knowing one’s maximum oxygen consumption (VO₂ max) can be useful in planning personalized training, assessing fitness progress, identifying potential areas for improvement, and monitoring cardiovascular health. An increase in VO₂…
Knee pain during running? Here are 5 things you need to know
Knee pain is one of the typical problems that occur to those who practice sports (and in particular running) at any level, whether it is practiced competitively or amateur. Sometimes…
Golgi tendon organs
Golgi tendon organs are sensory structures found in the tendons of skeletal muscles. They consist of numerous nerve fibers wrapped in a connective capsule. These nerve fibers are sensitive to…