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Tag: tendon injury

Cathe Friedrich using Plyometrics to strengthen her tendons

How Do Tendons Respond to Plyometric Training?

Plyometric training is a strategy for increasing muscle power output and performance during explosive movements like jumping and sprinting. This article looks at how plyometric training affects tendons and whether it lowers the risk of tendon injuries.

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Does Stretching Prevent Tendon Injuries?

Does Stretching Prevent Tendon Injuries?

You’ve heard it said that stretching is important for preventing injury, including tendon injuries. Now a new study calls into question the benefits of stretching for prevention of tendon problems. Find out what this new study shows and the best ways to lower your risk for tendonitis and tendonosis.

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Factors That Increase Your Risk for Tendon Injury

Factors That Increase Your Risk for Tendon Injury

What could be more inconvenient and uncomfortable than a tendon injury, especially if it involves your lower extremities? Why are some people more at risk for tendon problems than others? This article discusses factors that increase the risk for tendinopathy.

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