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Health and Fitness Archive

Here you can find the answers to past questions that have been submitted to USTA.com's Ask the Lab column and answered by our team of experts as well as the Stonyfield Tips of the Month. Click here to submit your own question to Ask the Lab.

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Results: 21 Record(s) Found.

Shoulder the Load: Exercises to Control Your Strokes

Oct 23, 2012 05:10 PM

The shoulder may be the most important joint in the body for tennis players. These three exercises will strengthen the surrounding muscle groups of the shoulders and help you prevent injury while hitting bigger serves and ground strokes. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Alcohol and Performance

Oct 23, 2012 01:36 PM

There are a lot of misconceptions about how alcohol fits into an athlete’s diet. Think you know the facts? Test your knowledge with the true or false questions in this Stonyfield Tip. Read More

The Lunge: Improve every stroke in your arsenal

Oct 17, 2012 10:20 AM

Having strong legs not only helps to enhance your performance, but it also helps prevent injuries. Add this exercise to your workout routine (with or without weights, depending on your existing leg strength and fitness goals) to improve your volleys, groundstrokes and more. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Should you take herbal supplements?

Oct 15, 2012 10:19 AM

Find out whether herbal supplements are effective, safe and worth the cost for you to help improve your tennis game in this Stonyfield Tip of the Month. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Antioxidant Supplements

Oct 01, 2012 02:46 PM

Find out the value of various antioxidant supplements for athletes in the latest Stonyfield Tip of the Month. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Weight and Your Game

Jun 04, 2012 03:19 PM

If you’re looking to improve your game this season, start with a basic strategy. Work to shed those extra pounds you’re carrying around. A little extra weight can have a big affect on the quality your game. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Healthy Weight Strategies

Apr 25, 2012 11:41 AM

While there are a lot of great reasons to play tennis (the joy of competition, time with friends, time outdoors), there is one very common reason that serves as a major motivation for many people: playing tennis can help you to achieve a healthy weight. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Getting in shape for spring competition

Mar 26, 2012 02:32 PM

The weather is getting warmer and the days longer—two very clear signals that it’s time to emerge from winter hibernation and get moving again. As you ease back into a routine of regular physical activity, don’t forget to get your nutrition routine back in shape too. Begin to focus on choosing the "right" foods to keep you energized as you increase your physical activity. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Off-season eating

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Mar 13, 2012 09:52 AM

The demands of the regular season and playoffs are over and suddenly you have hours in your day that no longer have to be devoted to tennis. It seems like it should be easy to enjoy this newfound freedom, but often the transition can feel unsettling, unless you have a plan. Read More

Stonyfield Tip of the Month: Recovery

Feb 27, 2012 10:20 AM

A recovery meal plan is an essential component of a winning training regimen. What you choose to eat and drink after a workout affects your body’s recovery process, and therefore your ability to perform at your highest level. Find out the best choices for you in this Stonyfield Tip of the Month. Read More

	Topic
	Eating on the road - 8/2/10
	Improving Fitness for Tennis
	Low Carb Diets
	Footwork
	Heat and Hydration
	Acceleration and Agility
	Serratus Anterior
	Strength Training
	Plantar Fasciitis
	Ankle Sprains
	Tennis Endurance
	Yoga
	Hip Flexors
	Beneficial Exercises
	Squats
	Strong Legs & Exercise Programs
	Tennis Elbow
	Shin Splints
	Wrist Stress and Shoulder Strengthening
	Hip Pain and Cramping
	Leg Workouts and Stretching





	Hip Problems & Wrist Soreness
	Heat & Hydration
	Yoga & Stretching
	Wrist Injuries
	Weight Training & Push-Ups
	Leg Injuries & Hydration
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	Back Exercises & Strong Arms
	Strength Training & Plantar Fasciitis
	Weight Lifting & Stretching
	Training for Young Players
	Knee Problems & Tennis Elbow