SafeStride
An inclusive sports medicine and injury prevention online hub offering a comprehensive online platform featuring rehabilitation resources, tailored training tips, informational articles, and firsthand athlete experiences to optimize performance and foster community support.
What We Offer
Injury Stories
Learn from other athletes’ experiences with injuries. You will hear about their personal advice and strategies for preventing sports injuries!
Informational Articles
Articles that cover a wide variety of topics, including (but not limited to) sports medicine research, mental health and sports performance, and injury case studies.
Athlete’s Corner
You can expect: training tips and drills to optimize performance and minimize injury risk for athletes, recipes with high nutritional value, and a welcoming community that discusses mental health.
Interactive quizzes
Coming soon!
Recent Posts
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The Pressure to Perform: Coping with Expectations as a Student-Athlete
Read More: The Pressure to Perform: Coping with Expectations as a Student-AthleteBeing a student-athlete is a unique and rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own set of unique challenges. Balancing academics, athletics, and personal life can be overwhelming, especially with the added pressure of high expectations from coaches, peers, and family member. This article explores the impact of these pressures and offers practical tips…
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Fueling on Rest Days
Read More: Fueling on Rest DaysFor many athletes, rest-day fueling has become quite a contentious topic. There’s an overload of information on what to do and what to avoid—cutting carbs, neglecting fats, and fretting over protein to maintain gains. We’ve all been there. It’s crucial to understand that how we fuel ourselves on rest days can significantly impact upcoming training…
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5 Careers in Sports Medicine
Read More: 5 Careers in Sports MedicineIn the world of sports, a variety of healthcare professionals play crucial roles in ensuring athletes maintain peak performance, recover from injuries, and stay safe while competing. From preventing injuries through strength training to providing post-injury rehabilitation, these experts are essential to the health and longevity of athletes. This informational article explores five key roles…
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Balancing Acts: How to Manage School, Sports, And Social Life as a Student-Athlete
Read More: Balancing Acts: How to Manage School, Sports, And Social Life as a Student-AthleteThe daily grind of juggling school, practice, and homework can feel like an endless cycle, nearly impossible to balance without the fear of something teetering off the scale. But what does “balancing” really mean when your plate is already full? With packed schedules that leave little to no time for any bit of rest, student…
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The Runner’s Knee
Read More: The Runner’s KneeHannah Li, a sophomore at Northeastern University, has always been passionate about running. During her high school years, she was a dedicated varsity athlete, competing in cross country and track events such as the 5k, 800m, 1 mile, and 2 mile. In May 2022, towards the end of her junior year track season, Hannah began…
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Ice or Heat?
Read More: Ice or Heat?Injuries are an inevitable part of an athlete’s journey, no matter small or big. Knowing when to use ice and when to use heat can significantly impact your recovery process, though it can be confusing at times. Here’s a detailed guide to help you understand the best practices for using these treatments. When to Use…