DR SARA FORSYTH

For adolescent and young adult athletes, the teenage and early adult years are critical for building peak bone strength. Nearly half of lifetime bone mass is gained during adolescence, and this process depends on adequate energy availability, mechanical loading from sport, and optimal hormone levels. Because of this, hormonal contraception can have different implications for different groups, such as athletes, adolescents and women around peri and post menopause. Research sho

1. Don't Rest Completely Total rest weakens the tendon and surrounding muscles. Instead, modify  your activities to a level the tendon...