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Moving around a basketball court at high speed has its risks. All those awkward landings and rapid changes of direction can be hard on the body, especially the ankles. That's why ankle sprains are so common, whether you're competing in front of thousands of people or just shooting some hoops with friends.

This week I attempt to answer the big question that all non-runners want to know – what are you doing out at the crack of dawn on a Sunday going out to run in the rain? Most runners know that what they are doing makes no sense objectively, but we do it anyway! Read on if you want to find out why!

Join me while I chart my ups and downs of training for a marathon. Each week I'll be sharing my thoughts about running, my tips on how to rest and recover as well as increase your speed, and even a couple of recommendations for your personal running playlist.

You’re aware of the benefits of yoga, both physical and mental, and you know it’s something that anyone can start, regardless of age or ability. But, like booking an eye test or that drawer you’ve been meaning to clear out, deciding to start yoga has become another thing shoved to the back of your to-do list, never to be ticked off.

Sports can be tough, and one thing that can quickly sideline you is injury. Injuries to the lower leg in particular can keep you off the pitch, the road or the track for a long time and really restrict your mobility. Many athletes or sportspeople will be all too familiar with crutches, and will probably not have the greatest memories of them.

With the US Open set to start on Thursday, many of us will be dusting off that old set of irons in the garage and getting back on the course, or the range. Whether you're looking for some gear that wouldn't be out of place at Oakmont this week, or you're just hoping to earn bragging rights at the 19th hole of your local club, we've got a great selection of gear for all standards.

Summer is (almost) officially upon us and alongside lobster-red sunburns, disappointing performances in international football tournaments and the papers claiming that it is going to be the "hottest summer for years", another stalwart of the British summer is Wimbledon. Find out more about how the Aircast A60 can protect you with our blog.

If you're at the top of your game, you're going to need all the help you can get to make sure you stay there. Professional athletes put their bodies through a lot; especially the ones who have to handle heavy weights. With all this strain on the body, athletes need to make sure they're properly protected, and this is why top athletes choose Rehband.

If we asked you to consider compression garments, your grandmother may spring to mind. Those beige coloured old stockings used to combat varicose veins, right? But it’s not just the elderly or frequent fliers who benefit from compression garments – in fact, they can be really useful to athletes.