While focusing on the personal stories of four young athletes (two males and two females), the program fully explores the most common injuries in school sports and how they can be prevented. Commentary by Dr. Laura Miele of the Sports Injury Prevention Center in Hartford focuses on these key principles: the importance of stretching and warm-up exercises, developing a strong core, using the right safety gear the right way, proper nutrition and dealing with injuries once they occur.

Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag.

Concussions Training and conditioning Rest, nutrition andhydration Safety equipment Reduce anxiety Warning signs andtreatment Rehabilitation Review and conclusion