A dozen members of the Tufts University men's lacrosse team have been diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle injury, following a supervised workout session. The university spokesperson confirmed that five of the affected players are currently hospitalized.
The workout, which took place on Monday and lasted 45 minutes, was conducted by a graduate of the university who had undergone Navy SEAL training. Rhabdomyolysis is a serious condition where muscle fibers break down, often caused by intense physical exertion without adequate rest.
