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Injury prevention tip

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Created by Gazuki > 9 months ago, 6 Nov 2018
Gazuki
WA, 1363 posts
6 Nov 2018 7:11AM
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With the season upon us the last thing any of us need is an injury so I just thought I would remind you of the importance of hydration.

Like most people after a hard days work (million beers), I can't wait to hit the water but be mindful of your hydration. Ligaments become increasingly susceptible to tears once you are dehydrated, think of a piece of beef jerky as an analogy. The surrounding cartilage is approximately 60% water and kept lubricated by our synovial fluid. When we are dehydrated, our production of synovial fluid is restricted and therefore increases our risk of cartilage/ ligament deterioration and damage.

Just thought I would though it out there as I didn't realize that hydration had such a big part in sprains and strains.

jackforbes
WA, 530 posts
6 Nov 2018 8:25AM
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YOU'RE a beef jerky

AUS126
NSW, 193 posts
6 Nov 2018 11:42AM
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Thanks for tip gazuki. I feel like a beef jerky running up and down the beach sideways to warm up. Better than injuries.

Richoa
NSW, 478 posts
6 Nov 2018 12:19PM
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Dont know exactly when done, But just home from surgery for shoulder spur and worst news 6 weeks out has turned
12 as bicep tendon was virtually ogf the bone so he has moved it to new point and has regrow to the bone. Gutted?

psychojoe
WA, 1862 posts
6 Nov 2018 9:26AM
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Good post Gaz
Staying hydrated also fights off arthritis and a load of other ailments
Coffee and Beer are the enemy, but I just like them so much.
Coconut water is the ONLY rehydration that genuinely works.
Don't forgot to eat a banana to avoid muscle cramps.

stamp
QLD, 2760 posts
6 Nov 2018 11:32AM
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psychojoe said..
Coconut water is the ONLY rehydration that genuinely works.



fixed that typo for you...

bjw
NSW, 3584 posts
6 Nov 2018 6:16PM
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If it doesn't come from a bottle that says Organic, Gluten Free and Vegan then it's not good for you. Proven by science.

cauncy
WA, 8407 posts
7 Nov 2018 8:49AM
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Cheers for advice


Plummet
4862 posts
7 Nov 2018 4:10PM
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bjw said..
If it doesn't come from a bottle that says Organic, Gluten Free and Vegan then it's not good for you. Proven by science.


Would an organic gluten free vegan be chewy?



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