If possible, athletes should exercise on soft surfaces like wood or grass and avoid working out on hard surfaces like pavement or concrete. Athletes should warm up slowly and stretch after participating in rigorous activity. Shoulder pain Stand up straight and roll shoulders backward in a circular motion. Athletes may also use one hand to grip a chair, bend at the waist so that the back is parallel to the floor and make 25 circles with the free hand to stretch the shoulders. Sprains Exercise and stretch joints such as the ankle to increase strength and range of motion.
Stress fractures Do complete warmups and cooldowns that benefit all areas of the body.
Do not exercise or put too much stress on one part of the body. Tennis elbow Build forearm strength by doing reverse curls with light weights or by squeezing a rubber ball.