What is Athlete’s Foot?
Athlete's Foot is a fungus scientifcally known as Trichophyton.  It thrives on areas of the skin that stay moist and warm for extended periods of time.  Trichophyton can occur anywhere on the body, but is most commonly found on feet, hence the name Athlete's Foot.  It's also can be known tinea pedis, which is caused by ringworm. It can be spread through contact, like the gym floor, lock rooms, swimming pools and shared equipment. 

Physical health may be one of the most critical parts of athletic preparation and one that has the biggest effect on how you play.  Schools provide training rooms to make sure that their players are in top shape before they compete.  There are many things you can do to help avoid injury, and to know when you may be pushing the limits a little too hard.  Our collection of articles and video provide a thorough resource to which you can turn to find information on listening to your body, rest and recovery, indicators for common injuries, over-training and much more.  W

We all know we are not as sharp and productive after a poor night’s rest. Millions of Americans are afflicted with sleeping disorders. It is important for athletes to get healthy amounts of sleep in order to get a competitive edge on their competition. 

Heat-related illnesses can be a serious condition that occurs when your body over-heats and cannot cool down. However, it can be easily avoided and treated if the symptoms are caught early enough.

Having diabetes doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying sports or being an athlete. In fact, continuing to be active is one of the best things you can do if you are a diabetic.  Physical activity is a great natural way for your body to absorb glucose faster, acting as a substitute for actual injection of insulin.  A body that has a good control on the blood glucose levels will use athletics as a catalyst for healthy living. 

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that infects the skin and is resistant to most antibiotic treatment. 

Young athletes and their parents should be aware of the risks associated with poor hygiene and the offensive odors that result from it.  Athletes can contract infections from unclean equipment, infected teammates and team locker rooms.  If athletes want to remain healthy, they need to practice good hygiene and proper equipment care.

Get the most out of your play time.  Although it may seem that most injuries come from playing, the majority of injuries come from not training properly. Here are a few tips and suggestions to help make the most out of your playing time.

Unfortunately, injuries are sometimes unavoidable on the ice, especially after years and years of play. Companies have gone above and beyond to create protective equipment to decrease the amount and the severity of injuries.  Major areas of change have been made in the materials used to create the equipment. Modern materials increase durability and lighten the load on the player.

Despite all the stains and sweat that football creates, keeping your gear clean can be relatively simple if you stay on top of it.  If you allow your pads and jerseys to get dirty and stay dirty week after week, practice after practice, they will not only be impossible to clean but can actually become a health hazard.  Mold and fungus can start to grow in the porous spaces of sweaty pads and staph infections can result.