You swallow water and try to surface, but your body won't do anything you tell it to do. Summer sports safety can prevent injuries from broken necks to soft tissue injuries, if you just observe a few simple rules. Sprained, strained, pulled, and torn muscles wait in the shadows for the unwary weekend warrior. Soft tissue injuries in the neck and back are just as painful as a break. Warming up is essential to preventing injuries every time you go out to play.
Conditioning is important for kids, too.
Although it seems kids are in constant motion, the specific muscles used for summer sports like soccer and softball may not have gotten the right workout. Protective pads, personal flotation devices, and helmets can help keep your children safe. A slip can result in concussions or back injuries. Although most falls injure elbows, hands and knees, irregular surfaces or obstacles can send a rider catapulting through the air. Wear protective gear, including a helmet, stay off the streets, learn to roll when you fall rather than trying to break your fall with your arms, and check your gear each time you use it.