
NHL pros such as Tuukka Rask know the value of being prepared for an injury.
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Maybe it is the time of the year, or perhaps it has to do with the wear and tear on a hockey player’s body in the midst of a long season. But whatever the cause, I have recently met with a number of athletes, playing a variety of sports, who are grappling with injuries.
In this column, we’ll focus on the mental impact of a player’s injuries and strategies to help mitigate the effects.
Before discussing these topics, I think it is helpful for athletes to understand the impact of physical wear on a body.