Friday, January 25, 2008

SPORTS INJURIES and HOW TO PREVENT THEM

Many people get hurt playing sports. A teammate on our volleyball team this past 2 weeks had to sit out of practices and games because of a sports injury. She twisted her left knee.

Some ways to prevent a sports injury like hers include a few simple steps.
  • Before a game or practice be sure to stretch your back, legs, arms, and hands. Also make sure that you run.
  • Drink plenty of water before and after a game.
  • Get plenty of sleep. That means to go to bed early and not late.
  • Do simple exercises to prevent pulling a muscle or breaking a bone.
Doing these steps can help prevent and cure your injuries.

Kristen Loos, Taylor Plunk, and Ariann Ippensen

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