Muscle Cramps in Athletes: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Article by John Miller & Alex Clarke A Physiotherapist Guides Calf Strength Training To Help Reduce Muscle Cramps In Athletes. Muscle cramps in athletes can hit without warning, often late in a race or during hard training blocks. Although people often blame “low salt” or dehydration, current research suggests cramps usually come from a mix of fatigue, load, and neuromuscular factors. That’s good news, because it means you can often reduce your risk with smarter pacing, conditioning, and recovery habits. Firstly, it helps to separate...