Athletes look to keep healthy <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recovery is a major part of how successful a program and athlete can be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If an athlete\u2019s body and mind are not at their best, they cannot play at their best. The university has many outlets for its athletes to recover and get to optimal health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victor Smith is a sophomore football player for the Javelinas and plays on the stout defensive line that has helped the team to their 7-1 record. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He played at Lakeview Centennial High School and went to West Texas A&M before transferring to Texas A&M-Kingsville (TAMUK). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI take a nap for at least an hour after practice or workouts. I also refuel with chocolate milk,\u201d Smith said about how he recovers. \u201cIf I am just stressed and need to get homework done, I will not take that hour nap and use that hour to get some work done.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While some people may not do a lot of recovery to get back to full strength, some go to greater lengths to make sure their body is in top shape and ready for the next day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kerry North is fresh out of high school and is a true freshman for the Javelina football team. This is his first year at TAMUK and he is redshirting to keep a year of eligibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI usually drink a protein shake right after practice or weights. I also drink a lot of water throughout the day, and stretch right before I go to sleep to get my soreness out,\u201d North said. \u201cI sometimes drink another protein shake and stretch more if I am feeling more sore than normal.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Every athlete\u2019s body is different and college athletes know what works for them. They have been playing their sport at a high level for a long time and know how to maintain their peak physical performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
James Hester is a redshirt freshman for the Javelinas and plays the tight end position. He has been at TAMUK since last year and came from Hendrickson High School. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt really just depends on how I am feeling that day. I have some things I do every day like eating a lot of meals, drinking a lot of water and getting a good night\u2019s sleep,\u201d Hester said, \u201cbut I also pay attention to my body, and if I feel banged up, I will go to the training room to get treatment, or do a little extra such as stretching.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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