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You don’t have to be a first-class athlete to suffer an injury on the field or sports arena. Whether you start training regularly or are a professional athlete, you are at risk for a sports injury. Learn about the 5 most common injuries among athletes and the best ways to treat them!

Plantar fasciitis

If you’ve started to feel a dull or burning pain in the heel area while walking, you may be suffering from plantar fasciitis, which, as the name suggests, extends along the entire length of the sole. This type of injury is most common in runners, and its treatment is a long and gradual process. Try rolling your feet from toe to heel on a tennis ball to stretch the damaged tissue. Do this for 5 minutes several times during the week. You may need to use special insoles to relieve the stress on the stretch to give your foot extra cushioning.

Hip bursitis

Although hip bursitis is most often diagnosed among the elderly, people who are very physically active, long-distance runners or avid cyclists are also at risk. Bursitis is favored by prolonged repetitive stress on the hip joint. Recovery from injury will be improved by light exercises that improve coordination of the hip and gluteal muscles. Strengthening and improving coordination in these regions reduces inflammation and increased friction between the muscle and the joint.

Lumbar spine pain

This pain can be caused by a number of factors, including weight lifting and strength training. The level of pain you experience depends on the severity of the injury. In most cases, the pain passes on its own. In the case of severe pain syndrome, you will need to see a physiotherapist who will manually relieve you of the pain, in addition to teaching you proper ergonomics and exercise technique.

Muscle overload

Regardless of sports seniority, everyone is at risk of muscle overload, especially if training is not preceded by a decent warm-up. In addition to insufficient stretching, muscle overload during training can occur due to muscle weakness, fatigue and stress. Injury is easily prevented by performing simple stretching exercises before each workout. However, if it has occurred, apply a cold compress to the sore area for 20 minutes, wrap it with a bandage and lift it up if necessary.

Runner’s knee

Almost half of all sports injuries are related to the knee. Runner’s knee is a strain injury that manifests as pain on the lateral side of the knee joint. Although many runners actually suffer from this condition, the injury also affects basketball players, volleyball players, swimmers, cyclists or soccer players. Excessive strain on the patellofemoral band causes friction between it and the bony outgrowth above the lower attachment, on the lateral side of the knee joint. Treatment of runner’s knee can go in many directions and include ice packs, giving up certain exercises such as squats and lunges, and using additional support in the form of bandages.

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In the past, it was easy to buy meat: you’d go to the store and pick it up at your convenience. Nowadays, there are many different options available to consumers, but the question remains which one should you choose? If you want the best meat subscription box, you’ll need to consider how often you use meat in your diet, as well as how much meat you use per month and what kinds of meats you prefer eating most frequently. This blog will help you find the best meat subscription box for your unique situation!

Beef-Chicken-Pork Box

Lots of people are searching for the best meat subscription service, and there are several to choose from. The most popular are the Beef-Chicken-Pork Box, which includes all three types of meat; beef lovers have the All Beef Box with no substitutions, and everyone else can have the Mixed Box, which has a variety of meats. For those who enjoy certain types of meat more than others or those who like to get a bit of everything, this buffet will suit them well. 

Beef-Chicken-Fish Box

The first step to picking the best meat subscription box is to decide which type of meat you prefer. If you’re a fan of all three, then a box that offers a variety of meats may be the best option. However, if you have a preference for one type of meat over the others, then you’ll want to find a box that specializes in that type of meat. Once you’ve decided on the type of meats you want, the next step is to research the different companies that offer meat subscription boxes. This will help you narrow down your options and find the company that best meets your needs. When looking at different companies, be sure to compare pricing, shipping costs, and the quality of the meat.

GrassFed-GrassFinished Ground Beef Box 

There are many meat subscription boxes on the market, but GrassFed-GrassFinished Ground Beef Box is the best place to go for the very best grass-fed, grass-finished ground beef. The delivery of this subscription box provides all the tools needed to cook a healthy, wholesome meal that’s environmentally friendly. The beef is raised without the use of antibiotics or hormones. In addition, it does not contain fillers or additives and each shipment always contains at least one pound of meat.

Beef Only Box

This package is for the beef lover, you’ll get a selection of different cuts from ground beef to steaks, all high quality and grass-fed. For people who are trying to avoid eating fat, it may not matter how much fat is on the meat, but for people who are only seeking to add fat to their diet, you have to have some fat on the meat for it to taste good. You’re free to pick either option!

Subscription Meat Boxes

Find out which meat subscription box is right for you with this helpful guide! Determine your budget and how much you’re willing to spend each month. Next, decide what types of meat you want to receive. Vegans or vegetarians might not find this option appealing; however, if you like all kinds of meats, it might be worth looking into. Finally, decide which kinds of recipes will go well with the meat that is included in your subscription box.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for the best meat subscription box, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, consider what type of meat you want. Then, think about how much meat you need and how often you want it delivered. Once you have a good idea of what you’re looking for, compare the different options to find the best fit for your needs. 

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If you keep in shape by regularly doing sports and following a healthy diet, you certainly try to avoid empty calories in the form of random snacks. However, during the day you often crave a little something. What snacks can an athlete afford and not feel guilty? Here are some ideas!

1. Muesli bars

We are of course talking about those which we prepare ourselves! Store bought muesli bars usually contain unnecessary additives and unnecessary amounts of sugar. Therefore, if you care about shape and a healthy diet, it is best to prepare muesli bars with your own hands at home.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup sunflower seeds,
• ½ cup unsalted peanuts,
• ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (you can add both),
• 2 cups oatmeal,
• 2 cups rice cereal,
• ½ cup peanut butter,
• ¼ cup cane sugar (or a healthy sugar substitute),
• ½ cup honey,

Preparation:

Mix all dry ingredients (except sugar) together in a large bowl. 

Mix sugar, honey and peanut butter in a separate bowl and heat for 2-3 minutes over low heat or in the microwave.

Add the heated ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix.

Lightly grease a square or rectangular baking pan with butter or use cooking spray. Pour the mixture into the tin, press with the palm of your hand greased with butter or margarine and set aside for about an hour.

Cut the mixture into bar-shaped rectangles.

2. Ski jumper sandwich

Apparently one of the favorite snacks of the famous ski jumper was a banana sandwich. Many trainers recommend adding peanut butter to it and eating it on whole-grain bread. This way we have a simple, quick and healthy snack that is a real energy bomb.

Ingredients:

• wholemeal/whole-grain bread,
• banana,
• peanut butter,

Preparation:

Unlike the previous one, this recipe, as you guessed, will be very short. Spread peanut butter on the bread and then place a sliced banana on top. Done!

3. Jelly with fruit

All kinds of jellies, kisiels or jelly are snacks recommended for athletes. This is because of the collagen content, which strengthens the joints. Therefore, an ideal snack for people who care about good form will be jelly with fruit.

Ingredients:

• favorite jelly,
• your favourite fruit,
• walnuts / cashews / almonds,

Preparation: Cut your favorite fruit into small pieces. Crush the nuts or almonds of your choice a little. Mix the ingredients together and place in a bowl. Prepare jelly according to the instructions on the package. Pour over fruit and nuts. Wait until the jellies cool down and put in the fridge for about 2 hours.

4. Fruit salad

To prepare fruit salad, we choose our favorite fruits. It is good to mix the sweeter ones with slightly more sour ones to create an interesting flavor combination. An important addition to our salad will be a special dressing! Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup orange juice,
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice,
• 1 ½ tablespoons honey,
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger,
• pinch of nutmeg,

Preparation: Combine all ingredients, mixing thoroughly, and add to diced fruit.

5. Apple slices with peanut butter

Sounds trivial, but it’s a really tasty snack! For those who do not have time for more demanding culinary operations, this will be the perfect option. We cut an apple into slices and spread it with peanut butter. Voilà!

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