Facts about running injuries. It is estimated that 2 out of every 3 runners develops an injury related to running. The 5 most common injuries to recreational runners are: Patellofemoral pain Shin splints or tibial stress Iliotibial band syndrome Achilles tendonitis Plantar fascitis A brief account of each type of injury follows: Patellofemoral pain. Starting as an ache felt in the front of the knee, this condition is due to excessive pressure and friction between the … Read More →
Heel pain: helpful facts for active & busy people
The heel is one of the most important parts of our amazing body. The value of this part of your foot just under the ankle has a value that extends far, far beyond its diminutive size. If you think about it, it is this area smaller than the size of your palm (whichever palm/Palm you want to relate to) that first strikes the ground with every step you take, absorbing so much of your body weight, and helping to direct the rest of the foot as you walk and run. The heel is also akin to your teeth … Read More →
Foot pain: taking the right step to pain relief
Foot pain affects us all at some time or other. Whether as a sports injury or just a case of over-doing things, pain in the foot can arise from several causes. Here are some common conditions that you should be aware of as you exercise your way to health and happiness !! Bulging, painful big toe joint How it feels: Painful !! Especially after using certain fashionably-shaped shoes or standing for a long time or taking part in sports that have sideways movements. The pain is felt over the … Read More →
Facts about FITNESS
What is this thing called FITNESS ?? For most people, thinking about fitness conjures up images of long distance runners, or energetic aerobics, or even possibly muscle-bound hulks. For this reason, “fitness” has not been the highest priority when people choose what to do with their leisure time – the idea of all that hard work and sweat frightens many people away !! But here is some encouraging news: fitness does not have to mean such physical extremes. In its simplest sense, getting fit … Read More →
Exercise safety & emergency procedures
References : Health Fitness Instructor’s Handbook (chapter 25, pg 393-419) ACSM’s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing & Prescription Coverage : Risks of exercise Risk factors for injury Treatment of acute injuries Prevention of injuries in the fitness facility A. RISKS OF EXERCISE Some of the main risks of exercise include: Cardiac events. In clients with known cardiovascular disease or in some apparently healthy exercisers, exercise that … Read More →
Drinking for Sports Success
Proper hydration is the key to sports and exercise success. How much to drink? What to drink ? When to drink? In this 2nd part of the Sports Nutrition series, let Dr LOW WYE MUN tell you what science and practice has to offer you. Athletes have a drinking problem. And those involved in endurance sports have the biggest challenge. No, I am not referring that kind of drinking but to the reason why companies world-wide are falling over themselves getting new sports drinks onto the shelves of … Read More →
Medical Clearance and Screening
Why is medical clearance necessary? Physical activities of a strenuous nature (sports, outdoor activities, endurance events) involve an element of risk. An integral part of the overall risk management approach taken by responsible activity managers is the conduct of a medical clearance or screening, Proper medical clearance has ethical and legal implications related to responsibility of and management of risk by activity planners/managers. When is it carried out? The medical clearance … Read More →
Heat Injuries
What are heat injuries? Heat injuries, heat disorders, heat-related illness: all refer to the same entity namely a medical condition arising from failure of the body to properly regulate its heat level, resulting in over-heating. Heat injuries are common in physical activities of a strenuous nature (sports, outdoor activities, endurance events). These activities do not need to take place in an outdoor setting for someone to be at risk of developing a heat injury. It is important to realize … Read More →
Air Pollution (Haze) & Outdoor Activities
Why is air pollution of concern? Pollutants in the ambient air can affect general health and have an impact on physical performance, especially for physical activities involving prolonged exposure to polluted air or shorter term activities that are strenuous in nature. Such pollutants range from discharge and by-products of industrial origin, to particulate matter such as dust, smoke and soot. Recent regional concerns over land-clearing practices related to agriculture arose over the level of … Read More →
Going on a Bike Tour / Race
It’s time for the family to take a break. Excited website visits and consuming brochures on tours in other countries. Ah, but for you, Great Cyclist, there is only ONE type of TOUR. Dr Low Wye Mun was with Singapore’s national cycling team in the Tour Of Egat recently. Here are some of his tips to make your BIKE TOUR experience an unbeatable one !! Most people won’t understand it when you tell them that you’re taking your bike with you and going on tour. But then most folks won’t know that … Read More →
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