Imagine being a hockey goalkeeper with no pads, a wicketkeeper with no helmet or a rugby player with no gum shield.

Although you can play without the above equipment, you are more likely to pick up all sorts of injuries.

You should always try and wear the right protective equipment and sports kit for your chosen sport.

It has been designed to help keep you safe.

Wearing the correct footwear can help your game no end.

Shoes and trainers are designed to help you play to the best of your advantage, helping to prevent slipping and offering support and flexibility to your foot.

Playing safe

Kit and equipment

Warming up

Personal behaviour

Managing injury