There are three levels of dehydration: mild (where you can lose 3% to 5% of your body weight), moderate (6% to 9%), and severe (10% or more). The most common cause of dehydration in teens is gastronomical illness, sometimes called the stomach flu. When you are flattened by the stomach flu, you may lose fluid through vomit and diarrhea. |
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Also: excessive jumping in basketball or volleyball. Your kneecap is moving outside its natural groove, causing cartilage at the bottom of the kneecap to rub against the cartilage on your thigh bone. |
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 | Pay attention to the amount and color of your urine. You should excrete a large volume that is nearly colorless. Small amounts or dark colored urine can indicate dehydration. Eating a balanced diet is another key to sports nutrition. |
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When you return to action, slow your pace, run on softer surfaces and level ground, and don't run or bike on consecutive days. Stretch your hips, thighs and knees. Adjust your bike seat so your legs are only slightly bent. |
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But eating too much fat is associated with heart disease, some cancers and other major problems, and probably means you don't get enough carbohydrates. How your body uses fat for energy depends upon the intensity and duration of exercise: When you rest or exercise at low to moderate intensity, fat is the primary fuel source. |
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You might also hear a popping sound. Your bike seat is too low. Or your illiotibial band (a thick, fiat, leathery tissue that travels from the hip to the outside of the knee) is too tight to endure running on uneven surfaces, hills or severely inclined treadmills.What's going on is the your illiotibial band is irritated. |
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(Use weights you can strap around your feet rather than dumbbells.) Sit on a tall chair with your feet dangling, then point your toes up without lifting your thighs. Perform three sets of 15 reps. You have sprained ankle symptoms- your ankle is swollen, tender and throbbing with pain when you walk. |
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Proteins give your body power to build new tissues and fluids, among other functions. Your body cannot store extra protein, so it burns it for energy or converts it to fat. The amount of protein an athlete needs depends in part upon level of fitness; exercise type, intensity and duration; total calories; and carbohydrate intake. |  |
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