Question 1

i lost 5 pounds the first week after wakeboarding and tennis and was ecstatic but didn't lose any the second week. how come?

Accepted Answer

Diet: Losing weight depends on your caloric balance. If your burn more than you consume, then you will lose weight. So, in addition to evaluating your exercise, pay close attention to your diet and the number of calories your consume. Weight can also vary, based on hydration status and fluid retention.

Question 2

when my tennis gets hard it hurts?

Accepted Answer

It's Expected.: Playing tennis hard can bring on unusual strain to muscles, ligaments and tendons. This hard playing can certainly cause temporary pain. With progressive training and stamina  increase your pain should diminish.

Question 3

how can i get in shape for tennis season?

Accepted Answer

Tennis: To get in shape for any running sport that uses a racket ,one needs a good cardio reserve. To optimize this one needs to be exercising daily to increase heart rate for  20-25 min.(done by walk /run on a treadmill, or use of exercise cycle ,or stair master or rowing machines)To keep the arm in shape which swings the racket,   Stretch daily ( elbow, forearm ,wrist). Ice elbow post playing , band elb

Question 4

what can a tennis and cricket player do to avoid injuries?

Accepted Answer

Several Things: The upper extremity is subject to repetitive microtrauma with racquet sports. The appropriate form and equipment is a good place to start.  Maintaining a good core keeps your base stable and puts your upper body in the right position. Upper extremity strengthening must include the scapula (shoulder blade) because it supports the entire extremity. Work with a tennis coach/trainer.

Question 5

i'm about 168. i am very active with volleyball and tennis about everyday most days both. i don't eat much junk. why can't i lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Diet: U will lose weight if u continue to work out and diet! Calories expended&gt; calories taken in== weight loss. Best of Luck!

Question 6

what type of exercise(s) can i do for my tennis elbow to strengthen it?

Accepted Answer

The hammer exercise: An exercise that is effective in strengthening tennis elbow is the "hammer" exercise.  With your elbow bent at 90 degrees and forearm parallel to the floor, hold in your hand the end of the handle of a hammer (or tennis racket). Rotate your forearm and wrist so that the hammer head forms an arc from left to right and back again. Do this several times a day to strengthen the brachioradialis muscle.

Question 7

how might i cure a back injury from tennis?

Accepted Answer

Find out the cause: Most back injuries are the result of repetitive stresses.  Weak core muscles and muscle inbalances of the lower extremities can cause abnormal movement patterns and contribute to recurrent injury.  Consider an evaluation by a sports minded practictioner to help you get back on track.

Question 8

why do they put tennis balls on some walkers?

Accepted Answer

To increase friction: They can be helpful to increase friction and to decrease chances of slips and falls.

Question 9

could i have tennis and golfer's elbow in both elbows ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tennis and golfer's elbows are terms used to describe a lateral and medial epicondylitis.  One does not need to play tennis or golf to get these conditions as they are inflammatory conditions that can be caused by almost any activities involving the arms and elbows.

Question 10

is tennis too strenuous if i have occasional back pain?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Not all back pain is the same - if you can play tennis without pain, without numbness or weakness then you are probably ok - get the official ok from an md who knows your case.

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I lost 5 pounds the first week after wakeboarding and tennis and was ecstatic but didn't lose any the second week. how come?

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When my tennis gets hard it hurts?

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How can i get in shape for tennis season?

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What can a tennis and cricket player do to avoid injuries?

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I'm about 168. i am very active with volleyball and tennis about everyday most days both. i don't eat much junk. why can't i lose weight?

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What type of exercise(s) can i do for my tennis elbow to strengthen it?

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How might i cure a back injury from tennis?

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Why do they put tennis balls on some walkers?

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Could i have tennis and golfer's elbow in both elbows ?

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Is tennis too strenuous if i have occasional back pain?

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