There’s a myth out there that running can lead to arthritis, but James N. Robinson, MD, sports medicine physician at HSS, says the research doesn’t support this: “There is no convincing data that running or impact activities causes arthritis,” he says, though injuries such as runner’s knee, stress fractures, or tendonitis can occur, often due to poor form, or increasing mileage too quickly.

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James N. Robinson, MD, sports medicine physician at HSS shares the importance of hydrating before the NYC marathon. 

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“Information and knowledge is a good thing, but sometimes there can be a little bit too much,” explained Dr. Robinson. He says that if you’re not having problems (like injuries or pain) and you’re hitting reasonable running goals, you probably don’t *need* any type of fitness test.

“A gait analysis—which involves being recorded from different angles while running on a treadmill to look at form, including foot strike and body alignment—is especially useful for runners with chronic injuries like shin splints, patellofemoral pain, or IT band issues," said Dr. Robinson.

“The gait analysis can show things in your running mechanics that are making you more prone to injuries and especially certain types of injuries,” said Dr. Robinson. This analysis may also ID weaknesses or muscle imbalances and things like overstriding, overpronating, or a low cadence.

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A team at HSS has served the the New York Liberty since 2004. Riley Williams, MD, serves as medical director and Anne Holland Johnson, MD, Benedict Nwachukwu, MD, Gabriella E. Ode, MD, and James N. Robinson, MD, serve as team physicians. 

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Walking is great exercise, and you can maximize benefits by pairing the activity with strength-based training, said Dr. Robinson. “In general, for good health you need full-body strength training, which will help you function better in day-to-day life,” he explained.

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The emergence of hypersonic air travel has the potential to drastically alter the landscape of professional sports. 

“We know travel fatigue is an important factor that can affect performance and injury risk,” said Dr. Robinson. 

“For our professional teams especially, this can compound over a season. Decreasing flight times can give athletes additional time to recover and catch up on sleep possibly decreasing the effects of jet lag," explained Dr. Robinson. 

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“Walking affects multiple systems in the body, and so it offers a lot of great benefits,” noted Dr. Robinson. When walking, Dr. Robinson suggested a pace that gets their heart rate up a bit. Being slightly breathless but not completely out of breath; use the “talk test” as described above. “That’s a good monitor that the walking you’re doing will improve your cardiovascular fitness,” said Dr. Robinson.

Dr. Robinson recommended aiming for 150 minutes of this type of walking per week, spanning multiple days. This is in line with the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week for adults (or about 30 minutes, five days a week). 

Walking is a weight-bearing exercise, so it may help to preserve bone health and potentially decrease osteoporosis risk, said Dr. Robinson. What’s more, walking also improves core strength, increasing stabilization and balance to help prevent falls as you age, he added.

For the biggest benefits to the bones, Dr. Robinson advised combining walking with a strength-training program.

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Dr. Robinson recommended speaking with a doctor if considering adding supplements to a diet. He explained, “There are some smaller studies that may show benefit for fighting viral illnesses with vitamin C, zinc, and elderberry. While larger studies are needed to see if this is a true effect, the risks are very low. However, if you have chronic medical problems, especially kidney and liver disease, you should check with your doctor prior to starting any supplement.”

He advised easing into an exercise routine. He said, “When you first start exercising, it is important to take it easy. A general rule is to start at about 50% of your normal intensity and duration and gradually increase by 10-15% per week from there. While some fatigue is expected, if you have shortness of breath or chest pain, you should stop exercising and see a physician.”

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According to Dr. Robinson, the taste of blood during or after a workout is generally associated with exercise intensity and duration as well as certain environmental conditions.

Because this metallic taste could be a sign of overworking, Dr. Robinson noted, “If anything you should probably back off a little bit and not try to reach that point.”

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According to Dr. Toresdahl, playing sports can be an effective and fun way to burn calories. “We expend energy ('burn calories') throughout the day, even at rest. How quickly we burn calories is often described in 'METs' (metabolic equivalents). High-intensity sports have METs of 8 or more, meaning we burn 8 times as many calories while playing those sports compared to at rest. The more intense the activity and the more muscle groups involved, the higher the METs,” he explained.

He added, “Since many people find the competitive and social aspects of team sports to be exciting and fun, burning calories while playing sports may not feel as difficult as other forms of exercise.”

Dr. Robinson described sports like soccer and basketball involve periods of higher intensity and sprinting followed by periods of lower intensity such as jogging, and cited studies that put the caloric burn between 500 and 700 per hour (depending on body weight).

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“With COVID-19 cases surging around the country you need to protect yourself from as many other illnesses as possible,” said Dr. Robinson, advising to get a flu shot. “Since most hospitals around the country run at or near capacity during flu season as it is, it’s important to do our part to keep resources available to treat coronavirus patients.”

It’s important to try to get as many of your recommended daily values of vitamins and minerals by eating a well-rounded diet. However, Dr. Robinson explained supplements are a strategic way to boost overall wellbeing December through March, if needed. In particular, he underscored the importance of Vitamin D. “Vitamin D doesn't occur in our diet naturally, although some milk and cereals are fortified with it,” he said. “The only way we get Vitamin D naturally is from the sun. Of course, during the winter months, we get less sunlight, and Vitamin D deficiency is very common,” noted Dr. Robinson, recommending to supplement the diet with 400-2000 IU of Vitamin D a day.

According to de Mille, it’s important to make at home fitness a priority. “Besides just the physical benefits of getting active, there are also very clear psychological benefits,” she said. de Mille recommended making the set-up as easy and seamless as possible. That includes snagging the tools you need to incorporate regular flexibility, cardio, and strength work into the mix. Now is the time to purchase the equipment you will need. “You don’t need to spend a ton of money,” cited de Mille, advising to do what you can to make it seamless: "Remove as many barriers as possible", she noted. Just like you'll want to spend some time streamlining a fitness routine, de Mille also suggested working on practice focused on your mental health.

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Stretching is an important part of the recovery process and Dr. Robinson explained he looks at the whole body instead of just looking at what’s going on in one part. He assesses other joints like the hip and if your hips are tight, you should focus on stretching your hips as it could be causing your knee pain.

High-impact exercises like running and jumping may exacerbate knee pain. It is suggested to try and eliminate these exercises first and switch to low-impact exercises. Swimming and cycling are two of the best low-impact exercises, said Dr. Robinson. Additionally, if you have pain in the front of the knee, it’s best to avoid squats and lunges, noted Dr. Robinson. You can also cut the movement short – for instance, instead of going all the way down just go half way and see if it still bothers the knee.

Keeping a healthy weight is also crucial for knee recovery. Staying active is an important part of knee rehab because it helps you keep off unnecessary weight. For every pound you weigh, four pounds goes through your knee every time you step, said Dr. Robinson.

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