Introduction Altitude training, a methodology embraced by elite athletes across the globe, represents a unique intersection between environmental challenge and peak physical performance. This practice involves training in environments where oxygen levels are significantly lower than those at sea level, typically at altitudes above 2,400 meters (8,000 feet). The rationale…
Stress Fractures in Athletes: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Introduction Stress fractures represent a silent menace lurking in the rigorous routines of athletes, embodying a form of injury that’s as deceptive in its initial subtlety as it is potentially devastating in its impact. At their core, stress fractures are small cracks in the bone that result from the cumulative…