The Socker Fan's Favorite Internet Fitness Resources!

Southern Soccer Scene Medical Tips... List of short articles, many written by a physician, related to soccer injuries.

Sports Injury Bulletin... Archive list of past injury articles.

FamilyDoctor.org... Eye injuries in sports.

National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeleton, and Skin Diseases... Basic info on sports injuries and treatment.

SportsInjuryClinic... Welcome to SportsInjuryClinic.net, the Virtual Sports Injury Clinic.

The Barnett Training System- Weight Training... Power develops from strength and speed. But you need to build the foundation first with these routines from Barnett.

Orthopaedic Connection Preventing Injuries... Once at this home page, you can select from a series of fact sheets on injuries and injury prevention from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and visit their home page for even more information.

Dr Koop.com... I guess this is what you do when they throw you out of government. A well rounded health site with some attention to sports medicine and injuries. Good fitness articles!

Medical College of Wisconsin... Great overall site for athletes of all sports. Check out this page of sports medicine articles, and then visit the home page for additional topics.

Ackland Sports Medicine... A great collection of articles on sports injuries for all major parts of the body. At least two articles added weekly, so drop by often.

Anatomy References... Links and resources specifically about the human body. These resources are dividied into two categories: Online Anatomy and Dictionaries/Glossaries.

Soccer Information Site... Collection of articles on the knee.

Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery... Finally, a doctor you can talk to, Dr. Zeman

ThriveOnline... Index of sports medicine and sports injuries.

Sechrest Patient Education Page... Medical Multimedia Group, Inc. specializes in translating complex medical concepts into understandable interactive teaching software and Internet/Intranet development. Whether you're in need of promotional materials for preventative healthcare, patient education software for documented informed consent or a complete patient information system for your healthcare Intranet.

Runner's World, Beating Injuries... These pages are designed to help runners of all abilities and styles to enjoy long years of uninterrupted running pleasure. We know from our experiences and from readers' letters that runners are injured all too often. The good news is that the most common injuries are frequently attributed to overuse, so prevention is possible - with a little understanding and care.

Brad Appleton's Stretching and Flexibility... The introduction says this document is a modest attempt to compile a wealth of information in order to answer some frequently asked questions about stretching and flexibility. I say its much more than a modest attempt- you will not be disappointed.

Heel spurs and heel pain... For most patients, curing for plantar fasciitis will include stretching the calf muscles every morning and evening, using some form of arch support such as an insert, giving the feet a break (possibly for many months), switching to bicycling and swimming for exercise, and/or losing weight (if needed).

Health and Fitness, with Chad Tackett... Chad Tackett, the President of Global Health and Fitness (GHF), has degrees in Exercise and Heath Science and Nutrition, is a Certified Personal Trainer.

First Aid Info from KidsHealth... The time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. Here is the information you should have nearby.

First Aid Info from healthy.net... The time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. Here is the information you should have nearby.

John Hopkins Health Information... An enormous searchable website on health. InteliHealth has all the information you need to get fit and stay that way. Here are several places to start your exploration of the Fitness and Sports Medicine Zone and get you on your way to better fitness!

The Center for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine... Knee surgery information: ACL, meniscal tear, meniscal repair, chondromalicia, anatomy.

Taekwondo Reporter, Stretching can do more harm than good... Many exercise techniques that were taught as recently as ten years ago are now being challenged. One in particular is the way that we stretch. Learn what to avoid at this webpage.

Mayo Health Clinic Stretching article... "No pain, no gain" has been a credo of some coaches and athletes regarding warm-up stretches. Here are better words to keep in mind while you stretch: "No pain, no pain."

Sports Med Web... The SportsMed Web was designed specifically with the endurance athlete in mind.In developing this area I have pooled together published medical literature and scientific research, Internet questions and answers, and years of patient experience.

Rice University Injury Clinic... Good list of articles about less common sports and training injuries, complete with diagrams and technical information on healing.

Train the Smart Way... I have been an ACE certified aerobic instructor since August of 1990 and a NAAHFM certified personal trainer since the summer of 1995. This is my home page of fitness information and links.

Dr Squat's fitness articles... Dr. Hatfield has written over 60 books (including several best-sellers) and hundreds of articles in the general areas of sports training, fitness, bodybuilding and performance nutrition. Dr. Hatfield, won the world championships three times in the sport of powerlifting. This is page of weight training articles.

Welcome to Turnstep.com... This is a complete reference guide to aerobic training and excercise. There is an extensive list of good links to other fitness sites too!

There's No Best Way... The title of this article represents my response to the vast majority of all training-related questions posed to me. Of course, athletes and coaches argue endlessly about the "best" way to train. But in fact, "There's No Best Way".

Sympatico's Healthy Ways... From sites explaining illnesses to ones promoting wellness, HealthyWay-Health Links features something for everyone.

Cramer's Sports Medicine Newsletter... Sign up for regular newsletters, or check out the other sports injury and treatment links on Cramer's site.

Body Online Trends Fitness Triangle... A thorough listing of websites and articles on fitness, weight training, nutrition, and motivation. If your interested in improving your performance in any sport, this is a good place to start.

National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeleton, and Skin Diseases... This fact sheet contains general information about knee problems. It includes descriptions and a diagram of the different parts of the knee, including bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Individual sections of the fact sheet describe the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of specific types of knee injuries and conditions.

The Rothman Institute... Established in 1970, The Rothman Institute has become the nation’s premier orthopaedic center for joint replacement, spine surgery, foot and ankle surgery and this website is a great resource for patient education.

The NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner... The NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner is a center for Sports Medicine Physical Therapy tips and tricks for sports medicine professionals and athletes of all levels.

The NISMAT Sports Medicine Corner... Orthopedic Sports Medicine Corner: Guidelines for the 1st Week after ACL Reconstruction. Rehabilitation of an ACL reconstructed knee begins the day of surgery. Most patients are fitted with a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine immediately after surgery. Additionally, patients are fitted with a full leg/knee brace & crutches, and are given exercises immediately post op.

The NISMAT Trainer's Corner, Ankle Sprains... An athlete with a history of repeated ankle sprains such as this is a prime candidate for a simple taping procedure to be done with one and a half inch white athletic tape. This is called a closed basketweave and is for an ankle with an inversion sprain. Inversion sprains (ankle rolling inward) are much more common because of the joint's configuration.

The NISMAT Trainer's Corner, Heel Injuries... What taping technique would you use to give support to the plantar surface of the foot? This NISMAT webpage shows you each step!

The NISMAT Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Page... This section of the NISMAT website is composed of exercises which we often recommend for specific conditions or for rehabilitation following injury and/or surgery. They can also be used as general or more specific strengthening and stretching exercises. They are not meant as a substitute for consulting a medical professional if you have experienced an injury or are feeling pain.

The NISMAT Muscle Physiology Corner... Detailed information on muscle contraction, excitation, and energy supply.

The NISMAT Physiology Corner... This is a primer on oxygen consumption. Maximum oxygen consumption is one of the oldest fitness indices established for the measure of human performance. The ability to consume oxygen ultimately determines ability for maximal work output over periods lasting greater than one minute.

Explosive Performance, the authority on speed, power and agility... Explosive Performance Programs has trained professional and world-class athletes to improve their ability to react quicker with bursts of explosive speed and power. Explosive Performance's training dismisses the myth that quickness is something you were born with and cannot improve.

The Tips and Advise Corner of the AAPSM... The "Coaches and Athletic Trainers Corner" will be frequently updated and have helpful tips written by the members of the AAPSM.

Excercises to minimize back pain from the Orthopaedics Home Page. You can minimize problems with back pain with exercises that make the muscles in your back, stomach, hips and thighs strong and flexible. Some people keep in good physical condition by being active in recreational activities like running, walking, bike riding, and swimming. In addition to these conditioning activities, there are specific exercises that are directed toward strengthening and stretching your back, stomach, hip and thigh muscles.

Casts and Splints... Splints and casts support and protect injured bones and soft tissue, reducing pain, swelling, and muscle spasm. In some cases, splints and casts are applied following surgery. Visit The Center for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine website for more info.

Foot and Ankle Injuries... The anatomy of the human foot and common injuries to it are described by The Center for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

NSAIDS vs. steroidal inflammatory medicines- whats the difference?... NSAIDS are a group of medications totally unrelated to the corticosteroids cortisone, prednisone, etc. What they have in common is that without being steroids ("non-steroidal"), they happen to have an anti-inflammatory effect similar to the anti-inflammatory effect of steroids - but without the steroids many harmful side-effects.

Athletics Injuries page of Seattle Orthopaedics... Seattle ORTHOPAEDIC and Fracture Clinic (SOFC) is the oldest Orthopaedic Clinic in Seattle and has always dedicated itself to providing the highest quality of care for patients with orthopaedic disorders.

Water on the knee, what is it?... Many different conditions (arthritis, torn cartilage, loose floating body, synovitis, torn ligaments, instability, knee cap problems, etc., etc.,) can cause knee irritation and therefore result in "water on the knee", find out the real cause of the problem at this website.

Methodist Health Care Watch-- injuries... Normal everyday activities can lead to soft-tissue damage of ligaments, tendons, and muscles. These injuries can be the result of a single episode, or because of repeated overuse when body stress accumulates slowly but steadily. The result can be damage and pain.

AAOS: Injury Prevention... Young athletes have special needs. Because their bodies are growing, they often require different coaching, conditioning, and medical care than more mature athletes. It is important to examine the special requirements of young athletes to better prepare them for the competitive pressures and physical injuries that can come with increased sports activity.

AAOS: Sports and Excercise... Public information on prevention of sports injuries. This a good source for learning about typical sports injuries. You will find downloadable documents and graphics of the various joints of the body prone to injury.

AAOS: General Orthopaedic Info... Staying injury-free throughout the sports season requires a proper conditioning and exercise program. Here are some stretching exercises developed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons that young athletes can perform before participating in any athletic activity.

Tim's Nutrition and Weightlifting Page... Tim's page offers the following guidelines, prepared by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and intended for the average healthy adult. They tell you what your fitness goals should be and how often you should exercise. The guidelines also advise how long and how hard you must exercise to achieve health rewards. You can also reach Tim's excellent home page from here!

Muscle & Fitness, an online fitness magazine... Find the exercises that best suit your needs as an athelete. Keep your body fit by understanding the way your muscles work.

Active First Aid Online... It is important that, as a first aid provider, you are aware of the major systems and their functions. A basic knowledge of human anatomy will assist you in your first aid diagnosis. This section will address those systems that are important in the management of first aid.

The Performance Conditioning Homepage... This Web Page is designed to be your ONE SOURCE to find answers to your conditioning questions. We have assembled the world's largest body of information on the conditioning of the soccer athlete. Here are some straight answers from the worlds leading experts on soccer conditioning questions that are important to you.

Running Dialogue by David Holt... Topics on this page--adapted from the book. Introduction - Experts and advice Muscle Problems - Overview Calf Muscles Charley Horse and Cramps Gluteal muscles Soft or Connective Tissue - Overview Overpronation Achilles Tendinitis Sprained Ankle Repeat Injuries ? Long Term Overtraining Syndrome.

The Internet Fitness Resource... Welcome to The Internet's Fitness Resource. The primary purpose of this site is the dissemination of information on exercise and nutrition. IFR offers a comprehensive listing of fitness related sites as well as the Fitness Instructor FAQ, the Fitness Plan, guest editorials, fitness classifies and more! Start with this page on weight training, and then visit the other pages.

Stretching & Flexibility... The techniques, ideas, and suggestions in this document are not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice-- but, there is a lot of great information here!!

From the Phone Fitness Coach... Sounds strange, but there is a lot of great information here on stretching and general health info!!

Dr. Pribut's Running Injuries Page... Podiatrist Dr. Pribut attempts to cushion blows with some sage advice on avoiding and treating injuries, strtching, and training. Be sure to visit the coaches and trainers corner.

Performance Condition Newsletter... A regular newsletter on performance conditioning for a variety of sports. This link will take you to the soccer related information. Don't miss this if your a coach or a parent of the next superstar!

Californial State University of Chicago... This great site includes information on joint injury and prevention. Choose from almost a dozen anatomical sites of the human body.

Southern California Orthopedic Institue... The SCOI Web site offers a wide variety of informational resources on anatomy, sports injuries and orthopedic procedures for the education of the general public.

Pain Management Online... Looking for relief from pain, check out this website. This web site is designed for the pain professional as well as chronic pain sufferers. This site serves a useful function in treatment of chronic pain.

Medfacts... This site lets you play doctor and treat your own injuries-- its not all just for fun. You can even get software to help you learn about treating sports injuries.

Medisport... The purpose of this site is to help identify the cause of an injury and to give guidance on how it can best be treated so that you can return to chosen sport speedily and safely. Learn the cause of sports injuries and common treatments for them. Stop by and use the interactive getting better guide.

Fitness Online... Plenty of good information on training for sports fitness. This site has dependable advice from experts on exercise and healthy eating choices. I'm glad someone is working to to provide easy- access to important health information we wouldn't otherwise have.

Sportfit.com... Good tips on performing fitness excercises correctly. Your ultimate online fitness resource.

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