Hygeine
Wrestling and Skin Conditions: Symptoms and Prevention The sport of wrestling requires close skin-to-skin contact between opponents. This close contact means there is a high possibility of catching or spreading a variety of skin conditions ranging from ringworm, one of the most common, to impetigo and even MRSA.These skin conditions must be treated in order to minimize risk of infection to the athlete and cannot be covered just so the wrestler can continue to practice or compete. They must be treated and rendered safe before the athlete can return to the mat, otherwise they could spread it to their teammates and other teams, causing an outbreak that can sideline many people. PreventionPreventing wrestling-related skin conditions is simple. Perform a daily full-body skin check andreport any suspicious lesions to your Athletic Trainer or physician as soon as they appear. Launder all game and practice gear daily; some of the most common wrestling skin conditions come from wearing still-damp clothes from the last practice. When damp clothes sit in a dark locker, they grow all kinds of bacteria and viruses. Follow good personal hygiene practices. Shower with antimicrobial soap, dandruff shampoo immediately after practices and games and wash hands frequently. Avoid sharing towels,razors, athletic equipment, water bottles, and hair clippers. Avoid body shaving. Avoid entering common whirl pools or tubs if skin lesions are present.
Report It! The sooner you report a skin condition, the sooner you get treatment and the sooner you return to play. These diseases are all highly contagious. Hiding or failing to notice them could have serious consequences, such as passing them to teammates and/or opponents. If not treated, some of these diseases can lead to potentially dangerous complications –and thus more time out of practice and competition.
nUTRITION
Wrestling is a lot of fun and our Athletes do require a well balanced diet, especially because they are so active and growing. Here's a few ideas on how to prepare your athlete for Weigh-ins, Post Weigh-ins and Tournaments. It is very common not to eat a few hours before a weigh in, as it is very important to weigh in at the most accurate weight to ensure your athlete is paired up properly in the same weight bracket. By all means, never starve or dehydrate your children. We do not promote "Cutting" weight at the Riot Room. Always keep your child healthy, with a well balanced diet and hydrated!
