Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to avoid weekend warrior sports injuries

It's inspiring to watch the best athletes in the world compete for the gold. Unlike Olympians, most people aren't battling for the title of best in the world.

If you are a physically active person who works during the week and packs an intense workout on the weekends, you might be a "weekend warrior athlete."

Dr. Kristina DeMatas, a Mayo Clinic sports medicine specialist and an avid athlete, offers some tips on avoiding common sports injuries.
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