Is your heart really healthy?

Article Abstract:

Conventional diagnostic tests for the heart such as stress tests may not produce reliable and helpful results for a bodybuilder or athlete. The heart of an athlete changes because of exercise and it may resemble that of someone suffering from heart problems.

Diagnosis, Heart diseases, Bodybuilders

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Pycnogenols: new muscle preservative?

Article Abstract:

Athletes can benefit from the antioxidant properties of pycnogenols, a class of natural compounds that are found in most fruits and vegetables. They aid in the recovery of muscles by controlling the action of damaging free radicals in the body.

Physiological aspects, Muscles, Antioxidants, Antioxidants (Nutrients)

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Injuries: time to get help?

Article Abstract:

Suggestions are given on how to distinguish major from minor injuries. Athletes of all ages should always watch out for signs of a major injury that results from decreased flexibility, strength and endurance.

Methods, Wounds and injuries, Wound care, Sports medicine

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