Biological Bases of an Injury: Applications to Resistance Training

Abstract

Understanding the biological factors of an injury is beyond the aspects that caused this condition
in the athlete. Thus, the aim of this study is to develop a solid understanding of the biology
associated with the development of an injury derived from the practice of physical exercise and
its related aspects. It is verified that the harmful processes affect countless strength training
practitioners throughout their periodizations. These injuries lead to departures from the training
routine and delays in the development of the practitioners' goals. Lesions mainly affect joint
structures, with synovial joints being among the most affected. Reduced muscle strength and
impaired mobility are among the factors that contribute to the development of joint damage. Bone
injuries are also among the most present in the population practicing physical training, and these
are caused by microfractures derived from shear loads common in contact sports. Muscle
strengthening, including training variables and biomechanical techniques, help to reduce the
incidence of injuries and in their treatment when they are already installed in the physical exercise practitioner.