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Carbohydrate loading involves increasing the intake of complex carbohydrates, like those found in grains, the week before an athletic event to improve endurance.
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Should athletes carbohydrate load?

Carbohydrate loading is a strategy used to increase the amount of fuel stored within muscles, which frequently improves athletic performance for endurance events that last 90 minutes or more.


Prevention strategies and immediate treatment may lessen impact of injuries.
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Protecting U.Va. athletes from injury

According to a study by the CDC, there are an average of 16,607 injuries sustained in collegiate basketball every year, with an estimated injury rate of 8.5 per 1,000 athlete exposures to potential sources of injury.

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The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.