Category: Athletics
The Greatest Threat
Alcohol
Training Effect
Every time you get drunk, you lose approximately 14 days of training effect. You lose all you have worked to gain. One night of drinking and two weeks of training effect are erased. You are wasting your time and your career.Training Hormones
Alcohol suppresses your training hormones for up to 96 hours (four days). …Sport Specific Guidelines
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Football - Specific Guidelines
- Intentional spearing of opponents is never to be considered.
- Blocking below the waist should be…
Hygiene & Other Issues
Hygiene and Care of Equipment – Washing and Sanitizing
Universal Hygiene Protocol for All Sports:
- Shower immediately after all competitions and practices
- Wash all workout clothing after practice
- Wash personal gear, such as knee pads, periodically
- Don't share towels or personal hygiene products with others
- Refrain from cosmetic shaving
- When athletic pads become wet, the…
Hydration of the Athlete
Hydration and the Use of Water Bottles
The athletic department encourages the athletes to provide their own water bottles for practice and games. Water bottles can transfer diseases very easily if the water bottle opening comes in contact with bodily fluids. If water bottles need to be shared, proper use of squirting should be done…
Clearance of Athletes
Clearance of Athletes after Injury/Sickness
Any athlete who has been seen by a doctor must be released for participation by submitting a signed statement from the doctor who treated the athlete in order to resume participation with his/her team. If you go to an emergency room for care, please obtain a written release before leaving…
Benefits of Conditioning
Benefits of Conditioning
The quality of one’s athletic performance depends on each individual being in optimum physical condition. Proper conditioning allows the athlete and team to function at the highest possible level. A well-conditioned athlete is a successful athlete; a well-conditioned team is a successful team. The benefits of conditioning during practice sessions are considered…
