Metabolic and mechanical perspectives on reconditioning

The strenuous nature of rehabilitation leads many practitioners to lump it in as a form of reconditioning. The two processes share several components, but have subtle and significant differences. While they can be programmed and proceed in tandem, there are different priorities for each process, which mean practitioners overseeing them have different responsibilities.   If specific aspects of conditioning are ignored, particularly the metabolic and cardiovascular components, then the athlete is at a disadvantage and has an even higher risk of injury [3].   A primary concern...