HEALTH AND FITNESS: Preseason sports safety
(WorldNews Health)

It´s hard to believe, but preseason practice for high school sports will be starting soon. This is an exciting time of year for athletes, coaches, and fans alike. Unfortunately, even the fittest young athletes can suffer injuries during preseason training and competition during the season. Among the biggest concerns are the rigorous training schedule, exercise in the heat and head injury. Fortunately, there are steps that coaches and parents can take to ensure the safety of young athletes during practice and games. Preseason practices typically emphasize conditioning - getting athletes in shape for the...