In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: A basic understanding of physics will allow you to better understand the forces at play that result in an ACL tear. Movements during sports such as basketball and soccer, where sudden deceleration, landing and pivoting maneuvers are common, increase the anterior shear "loading" forces on the ACL. Take care when playing these types of sports in order to avoid ACL injuries. Female athletes are over twice as common to sustain an ACL injury as compared to their male counterparts. This is because females have different knee positioning and alignment than males. People over the age of 40 are more prone to experiencing ACL injuries. This is due to overall age-related weakening of muscles in the body. If you are over 40, make sure you take special care to warm up and strengthen your leg muscles. There can be environmental conditions that impact how stable your feet and legs are in a game. For example, some types of artificial turf have been known to increase risk of injury among football players. You may also experience increased risk on uneven playing surfaces or in cold weather.
Summary: Recognize that certain sports cause more ACL injuries. Take special care if you are female. Use caution if you are an older athlete. Monitor the environmental conditions.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Backtalk is a disrespectful response to a parent in the form of yelling, cursing, eye rolling, or even sarcasm. It occurs as a way to fight back, but all it does is create conflict. Learning to manage knee-jerk reactions helps to show parents that you respect their authority. Recognize the problem first. If you realize the problem and want to change it, you've already taken the biggest step. It takes maturity to understand the differing perspectives and reactions between kids and parents. Apologize to your parents. Admit to your parents that you have disrespected them, and ask them for their assistance as you attempt to change your behavior. Take a mental "time-out." The next time you are tempted to say something disrespectful, take a second to regroup before speaking from emotion alone. Take into consideration what your parents are saying, and where they are coming from. The majority of our communication comes from not what we say, but how we say it. It's in the tone of your voice, your eye contact, and the way you move. Be sure that your nonverbal signals demonstrate respect and understanding. Avoid crossing your arms. This shows that you are defensive and not open to communicating. Watch your tone. Avoid being sarcastic or raising the tone of your voice. This shows that emotions are beginning to take over instead of logic. Try speaking in a calm and controlled manner instead. Make eye contact. This shows that you are genuine in what you are saying and that you are interested in hearing what your parents have to say as well. In the heat of discussions, you may veer off point and discuss any and everything that is causing you anger, pain, or stress. Try to stay focused on a single point of discussion so you can work through your problems one at a time without getting overwhelmed. Check for unresolved problems before beginning a conversation. If you know you're holding onto anger or pain, they can be a hindrance to effective communication. Clear up any unresolved issues (one at a time) before attempting to move forward. At the beginning of your conversation, make an agreement with your parents that you will only focus on one issue at a time. If either of you seems to be straying from the topic, politely remind each other to stay on topic. Parents are not always right, but that doesn't mean you have to be disrespectful in the process of proving your point. Instead of getting into a shouting match with your parents, calmly and rationally get them to see your point of view. Write it out. Consider what point you're trying to get across to your parents, and write out reasons and examples that will support your argument. Talk to them at a later time. Reschedule your discussion for a time when emotions aren't running high. Instead, choose a time when your parents aren't busy or stressed to sit down and calmly present your argument. Use "I" statements to get your point across without being defensive. "I" statements consist of the behavior that is bothering you, how it makes you feel, and what needs to change.. For example, instead of saying, "you never listen to me" you could replace the statement with "I feel as if I'm not being heard, and I would like my opinion to matter more." Allow your parents into your world. Tell them about school, your job, your crush, or anything interesting that you might not have shared previously. Share any worries or fears with your parents, as they've probably been through something similar before. By engaging them in genuine conversation it shows that you both trust them, and care about their opinion. Trust them with your secrets. Of course, you won't feel comfortable telling your parents everything, but showing them that you trust them with a small secret will demonstrate your appreciation towards their wisdom. Don't be afraid to show emotions. It's okay to show fear, anger, nervousness, joy or any other emotions with your parents. Allowing them into your life is just a small gesture to show them you care.
Summary: Don't talk back. Watch your body language. Don't bring up the past. Agree to disagree. Engage in open conversation.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Most skaters reach a plateau at some point, and there's nothing wrong with that. Have fun learning and realize that mastering a skill takes time. Don't give up. Approach your coach about the issue, or try breaking from the rut by attending an ice skating seminar, for example. Families will need to balance schedules and overcome obstacles together. Have discussions with your family and ask how supportive they will be if you choose this path. Whether you make it to the Olympics or not - and whether you earn a medal or not - you will benefit from learning great life lessons such as strength. If you enjoy skating and fall short of that ultimate goal, congratulate yourself on the benchmarks you did achieve! Figure skating at the highest levels requires a huge amount of dedication at a very young age. You will need support from family, friends, coaches, and possibly a professional counselor. Pay attention to your mental health and let your family know if you need more resources. Everyone has periods when they aren't sure they want to continue - when that happens, go to your supporters and be honest with yourself. If you do wish to continue, push through the low period with training and exercise, but also make time for things you need to avoid burnout, such as time listening to your favorite music or a professional massage.
Summary:
Don't be discouraged by plateaus. Be aware that every family member will have to make sacrifices. Realize that a medal isn't everything. Seek out emotional support.