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Sports and physical activities are meant to be fun, but if you aren't careful you could risk serious injury. If you follow only a few simple principles while being active, you can prevent many types of injuries.

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    Understand and follow the rules. Depending on the sport you plan to take part in, make sure you are comfortable and familiar with all rules and regulations set forth. You can often find rulebooks online or from local sports organizations in your own neighborhood. Rules not only keep the game fair, but are often created to prevent injury to yourself and to others.
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    Wear Protective Gear and Equipment. Whether you are playing competitively, professionally or with some friends, you should always wear the proper protective gear.
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    Test Your Equipment. Before using any of the equipment required of your sport, make sure to inspect it for defects and that it is safe to use.
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    No Equipment? Don't Risk It. While pads and helmets aren't the most fashionable accessories, the are designed to protect the fragile body. Don't take the risk and always make sure you have all equipment necessary. If you are in charge of managing a team, make sure you provide the necessary equipment as well or you risk facing a personal injury lawsuit.
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    Warm Up. You should never play sports or take part in highly active activity while you body is cold. Perform a few stretches to warm up your muscles and consider doing some light cardio.
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    Don't Overwork Your Body. If you stretch too long or too hard, you could pull a muscle. If you ever feel pain during your warm-up or even while playing your sport, stop immediately and take a break.
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    Stretch. Perform ballistic stretches during short breaks in your game. Static stretching can tire muscles out but ballistic stretching will feel good and keep your muscles warm.
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    Get In Shape. You can almost always participate at some level in just about any sport you wish to play, but be wary of the competitive level you wish to participate in. If your physical condition doesn't meet the level you will be playing at, you risk injury.
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    Work Out Regularly. to keep your body in satisfactory condition. Even small workouts throughout the week can help prevent injuries.
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  • There are lots of things you can do to prevent injury in any sort of physical activity you take part in and most are very simple and easy to include in your routine. Know the rules, wear protective gear, warm up and exercise are the basics. Stay safe and have fun.

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Categories: Injury and Accidents | Sports and Fitness

Recent edits by: Carolyn Barratt, Jordan, Spyagent

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