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Article - 5 Minute Read
Using Nutrition to Fuel Your Body Before, During, and After a Marathon
running 26.2 miles, plus the weeks and months spent training, requires some high-quality fuel. Here’s what runners should know about fueling their bodies before, during, and after a marathon. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Lauren’s Story: Dedicated Alpine Skier Back on the Slopes After ACL Injury
During her freshman year in January 2023, Lauren sustained an unexpected injury. Learn about Lauren's journey to UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Mark’s Story: Nasal Breathing to Increase Performance and Decrease Stress
Mark, a triathlete and cross country/track coach, went through breathing exercises with Ron DeAngelo at UPMC Sports Medicine to improve his performance. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Peter’s Story: Back on the Gridiron After ACL Surgery
Athletes come to UPMC from around the world to take advantage of its research-driven and cutting-edge orthopaedic care. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Female Athletes Need to Know About Pelvic Health
According to Megan Glod, DPT, more people should consider their pelvic floor muscles when exercising. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Can You Exercise Too Much? What Excessive Exercise Does to Your Body
Find out how exercising too much, too often, or with poor form can lead to injury, and worsen preexisting health problems. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Feeling Fatigued? Why It Could be Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
Athletes that regularly experience fatigue, stress fractures, or decreased endurance, may be suffering from relative energy deficiency in sport, or RED-S. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Are Female Athletes More Prone to ACL Injuries?
Statistics show that female athletes are more susceptible to ACL tears than male athletes. Find out more here. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine