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Buttered Coffee a Bust? How Healthy Is It?

October 21, 2014

Buttered coffee is one of the latest health trends around. Yet, how healthy is this beverage and can this fad do long-term damage to your overall health? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: buttered coffee, coffee, energy, fads, fitness, health trends, heart attack, java, Leslie Bonci, Nutrition, oil containing medium-chain triglycerides, sports medicine, stroke, turbo-loaded beverage, UPMC Sports Medicine

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How Concussions Affect Academics — Part One

October 9, 2014

With fall sports in full swing, sports-related concussions, and the impact on school, continue to be a concern for student athletes, coaches, and parents. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, Jonathan French PsyD, school, sports medicine, student

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5 Tips and Tricks to Prevent a Walking Injury

July 25, 2014

Although walking is an effective lifelong workout option, it sometimes results in injury. Use these tips to avoid injury. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: aches, exercise, fitness, injury, plantar fasciitis, runner's knee, shin splints, sports medicine, sprains, strains, stress fracture, walking

Artículo - 4 Minute Read

7 Cycling Tips to Help You Bike Like a Pro

July 4, 2014

UPMC's Sports Medicine team presents seven simple tips to prepare your body for cycling -- and how to stay safe while training for an event. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: bicycling, cycling, exercise, fitness, helmet, hydration, safety equipment, sports medicine, sunburn

Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Risks of High-Intensity Training Programs

June 4, 2014

Learn more about high intensity training programs and the potential risks associated with these workouts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

Categorized as: Fitness

Tagged with: Aaron Mares MD, CrossFit™, exercise, high-intensity interval training, high-intensity training programs, HIIT, sports medicine, workout

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Women’s Health Tips for Your 20s and 30s

May 14, 2014

Women in their 20s and 30s are constantly on the go. Discover some useful tips maintain a healthy lifestyle during your hectic life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, common diseases, Kirk Erikson PHD, obesity, skin cancer, sports medicine, University of Pittsburgh

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Marathon Recovery Tips for Race Day

May 3, 2014

These essential marathon recovery tips for after you finish strong after your 26.2. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: Aaron Mares, Dick's Sporting Goods, energy bars, hydration, marathon nutrition, pittsburgh marathon, sports medicine

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Concussions: Academic Accommodations for Students

April 30, 2014

Concussions are brain injuries that require the body to rest to heal properly. Learn more about concussions, and academic accommodations for students. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, headaches, injury, Jonathan French PsyD, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

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Marathon Race Day Nutrition Tips

April 20, 2014

Being hydrated and well-nutritioned is critical to your race success. Learn more about marathon race day nutrition tips for during and after the race. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: exercise, fitness, Leslie Bonci, marathon, Nutrition, pittsburgh marathon, running, sports medicine