There are a lot of triathletes who suffer from gastrointestinal symptoms that are often associated with racing. These include gastroesophageal reflux, heartburn, delayed gastric emptying, diarrhea, and intestinal bloating and flatulence. Although they do not represent a danger to health, these symptoms often affects performance, and are more pronounced during long races and to those ...…
Participating and training for triathlons has a positive effect on the body, and having an annual check up can help determine if there are any health risks involved with your way of exercising. A lot of people should start consulting their physician for advice before they begin or continue any exercise program. It’s ...…
ITBS starts as a dull pain on the outside of the knee but quickly becomes painful, even to the point where the athlete can’t walk. Causes of IT Band Syndrome The injury is caused by the iliotibiel band rubbing against the femur on the outside of the knee. The friction causes irritation and inflammation, and ...…
If a cyclist falls onto a hard road surface, friction against the skin shreds off the top layers of the epidermis and the deeper-dermis. The deeper the abrasion, the more blood — although even a mild skin abrasion is painful. Without proper treatment, abrasions can become infected. Treatment The simplest way to treat road rash ...…
Cycling shoes, unlike those for running, are stiff, unforgiving items that offer little shock absorption from hard road surfaces and they are often narrow and constricting — but the benefits of support and power transfer outweigh the use of running shoes as a viable alternative. Hot Foot? As a result, cyclists often suffer from a ...…
The knee is a complex hinge joint between the femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone) and patella (kneecap). A fibrous joint capsule encases these three bones, allowing some rotation, and forward/backward movement. It is this joint that causes problems for cyclists and runners. Symptoms Pain is normally felt underneath, or to the side of, the kneecap, and ...…
Whether it’s numbness between you and the seat, or a condition of the hands known as “cyclist’s palsy,” numb body parts is a common problem in cycling. Studies have shown that the pressure put on the perineum – the area you sit on – can make men impotent if allowed to continue for large periods ...…
This is probably the most common of swimming injuries. Due to the repetitive nature of swimming (the shoulder rotates around 1300 times for every 1.5km, or mile, swum in freestyle), the 17 different muscles that hold the humerus (the upper arm, from shoulder to elbow) in the shoulder socket can become inflamed. The joint becomes ...…
Swimmer’s eye is a common complaint among swimmers who wear ill-fitting goggles or none at all. It is often caused by chlorine irritation or anti-fogging agents used in goggles, and leaves the eyes itchy and scratchy. Treatment Try over-the-counter eye drops or visit a doctor for a diagnosis. Get yourself a pair of goggles (that ...…
A pool filled with other swimmers is a breeding ground for many forms of bacteria. Everyone has bacteria in the ear canal, but the moist, alkaline environment can cause a painful and itchy infection, and inflammation in the outer ear canal which may lead to a full-blown ear infection. In extreme cases, an entire swimming ...…
