It’s FRIDAY, and National Public Health Week is wrapping up. Over the past couple days, Healthy-Clues has relayed tips from the American Public Health Association to stay safe and prevent injuries. In honor of Friday and the weekend play that will begin at 5:00 today, we are bringing you tips on how to stay safe while you play.
Wear a helmet and other properly fitted protective gear.
Use proper form and accept your body’s limits.
Have a physical before starting a new sport and warm-up before beginning.
Play it safe and strictly enforce rules that prevent injury.
Monitor children while they are at play to ensure safety.
Drink plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Educate coaches on how to ensure the health and safety of youth athletes.
(Tips from APHA )