And when you do, you're drawing on the etymology of expedite itself. The word comes from the Latin verb expedire (to set free or to make useful), a word that in turn traces back to the root ped-or pes, meaning foot. Expedite has been used in English since at least the 15th century.
In a report released Friday called Dangers of the Game of Football, the NFLPA says injuries increased from 3.2 to 3.7 per week per team and the share of players injured increased to 63 percent compared to a 2002-09 average of 59 percent.
Professional athletes also face the constant threat of injuries that could end their careers. For these and other reasons, this kind of job can be quite stressful. During the regular season, professional athletes often practice more than 40 hours a week.They may have other duties related to the team as wellâfor instance, going to meetings or watching films about the opposition. Athletes often move to the place where their team is located.rofessional athletes also face the constant threat of injuries that could end their careers. For these and other reasons, this kind of job can be quite stressful. During the regular season, professional athletes often practice more than 40 hours a week.