SSI FANZINE MAY-2026 EDITION (HARD COPY)

IN THIS SPORTS SCIENCE ISSUE

Event

ALL ROADS TO FIFA WORLD CUP

The complete FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage fixture schedule, featuring matches from 11 June to 30 June 2026.

Chief Editor’s Desk

FOCUS ON LOWER LIMB INJURIES

By Dr. Sarthak Patnaik

A special message on the growing burden of lower-limb injuries, advancements in arthroscopy, evidence-based rehabilitation, and the Third International Arthroscopy Conference and Lower Limb Course in Bhubaneswar.

Cover Story

RISE OF A RUGBY CAPTAIN & A MENTOR’S GRIT

The inspiring story of Indian women’s rugby team captain Parbati Hansda and her mentor Dibyaranjan Das, who overcame social, financial, and geographical challenges to achieve success.

Sports Nutrition

WHEY PROTEIN: SCIENCE BEHIND THE SCOOP

From elite athletes and bodybuilders to recreational gym-goers and recovering patients, whey protein has emerged as an important nutritional intervention for muscle recovery and performance—but it also has limitations.

Strength & Conditioning

BOOST FOR LOWER LIMBS

Five effective strength exercises that play a decisive role in athletic performance and injury prevention:

Squats, Lunges, Step-Ups, Glute Bridges and Calf Raises

Retro Spin

WAIT! WILL COME BACK…

Former Indian women’s national football team captain Sasmita Mallik reveals her plans to return to the sport as a coach while revisiting the memorable moments of her football career.

Special Event Feature

3rd SSI INTERNATIONAL ARTHROSCOPY CONFERENCE 2026

30 & 31 May 2026
Swosti Premium, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

An initiative by Dr. Sarthak Patnaik, Founder of Sports Science India, featuring the Lower Limb Course and academic discussions in arthroscopy and sports injury care.

SPORTS SCIENCE INDIA FANZINE
MAY 2026 | ISSUE 49
India’s First Newsletter on Sports Science