Professional athletes like Lance Armstrong and the Williams sisters of tennis fame can attest to the importance of sports in their lives. But amateur athletes can also notice how recreational activity keeps their mind and body in good shape--and their social well-being too. Yet, whether amateur or professional, we can injure ourselves when exercising--even when we're being careful. It’s natural to want to exploit our full potential, but often short-term performance gains can result in long-term harm to our bodies. Natural health care can help with this. In this section, learn the best ways to heal your active body and give it all it needs for maximum performance.