Water works: whether you're recovering from an injury or looking to perk up your fitness routine, a pool workout could be the answer
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Water is the ideal environment for exercise for athletes in a variety of circumstances. Tennis players recovering from an injury or weary after a long match can realize tremendous physiological benefits by practicing range-of-motion exercises in a pool. Water offers much greater resistance, so it allows athletes to practice strenuous workouts without joint damage caused by high impact exercises.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001
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The playing life: Back story
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Back injuries are more common for tennis players because of the rotational demands on the back in nearly every stroke. Several tips to protect the back are provided.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001
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Go the distance
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There has been no substitute for improving tennis players' explosive movement. Ten conditioning, nutrition and playing tips from the experts have been discussed which could improve the stamina.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001
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