Many avid cyclists have experienced pimples and chafing on their buttocks or inner thighs. Cycling pimples and chafing can be uncomfortable or painful during rides, but proper treatment can relieve symptoms and speed healing.

Running provides an effective and intense workout that increases your lower body strength, benefits your cardiovascular health and helps you achieve or maintain a healthy weight.

In competitions and other events, swimmers must be aware of their surroundings and keep track of their progress through the water. To help guide swimmers, many pools come equipped with specific markings. These marks help swimmers stay in their lanes and also let them know when they're reaching the end of the pool.

The sacroiliac joint is located between the sacrum and ilium in your pelvis. These regions are connected by ligaments that help to support the lower spine. The two most common types of SI joint problems are referred to as sacroiliitis and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

If you are feeling pain in your shoulder, it is probably in your best interest not to continue working out and to instead allow the pain to subside before working out again. Shoulder pains occur from a variety of shoulder injuries, some of which are referred to as "repetitive motion injuries"

Indoor rock climbing, although fun and challenging, can result in blisters, especially on your hands. Rock climbing blisters are no different from any other kind of blisters and most can simply be left to heal on their own. Treat your blisters correctly and they won't keep you on the ground for long.

Whether you've struggled with arthritis or are recovering from an injury, knee problems mean you'll have to eliminate a number of sports, like those that require running or jumping, from your life. You don't have to sit on the bench when you have problem knees, however.

Seated ellipticals are a variation on standard elliptical machines that simulate the act of running, biking and climbing. While a seated elliptical can be more beneficial for individuals who have trouble exercising while standing, the machines require a certain level of coordination that some individuals lack.

Learning to increase your force in hitting will make a difference. Punching "power" matters more than size ever will. Receiving professional training in how to make use of your fists -- no matter their size -- will ensure that you have the proper form and the correct technique to control the force of your punch.

Snowboards vary widely in flexibility, or flex as it’s known by snowboard manufacturers and vendors. There is no one degree of flex that’s “right” for all snowboarders.

Whether you're racing short-track cross-country, marathon, downhill or stage, the right fuel can make or break your race. For short races, you don't have to eat during the ride, but your pre- and post-race meals affect performance and recovery.

Buying new equipment every time you take up a new sport can drain you financially. It's tempting to skimp on items such as specialized shoes until you're sure you're going to enjoy the sport. But wearing boxing shoes during training may help you improve your footwork, an important part of boxing.