2PEAK Knowledge Base
Sports involve prolonged exposure to the sun, especially as summer approaches. How should you behave to avoid burning, and what are the specifics to consider when it comes to sunscreens? We asked Dr. Christian Surber (Doctor of Dermatopharmacology and Hospital Pharmacology) to clarify some aspects regarding sun protection and sport. These are the top 10 things to keep in mind when you go out in the sun.
In the peak of summer it can be impossible to avoid the heat. Even the coldest time of day can be hot. Training in the heat can be uncomfortable but beneficial. Here are 5 of the most important things to consider while training in the heat.
Tired, sluggish and unmotivated – many people often feel exhausted and powerless during the day. A feeling as if the batteries were empty. The reason: energy thieves. They lurk everywhere in everyday life and rob us of our last bit of energy.
A sports massage can give the athlete a boost before a competition or help them recover afterwards. Used regularly, it enhances performance.
Training in pain is a part of life for many athletes. How can and should an athlete recognize and assess pain?
Preparation maximizes performance – this is particularly true when it comes to warming up. But how should you warm up for a high-intensity session?
Whether and how stretching has a positive effect on athletes is controversially discussed. The Benefits of stretching are unclear. Sports physician Roberto Llano* explains the most important points.
These exercises will help cross-country skiers not only to go longer, but also smoother and faster in the short term.
Health is on everyone’s mid right now and for a good reason. Fortunately, an important part of your health lies entirely within your control. It is common knowledge that staying active keeps you healthy and helps fight against obesity, heart disease, diabetes etc. but exactly how much does it help? A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine explains.
Whether an endurance athlete can perform well is also a question of physique and weight. How much more power does a low body weight bring?