Bursitis can affect many joints and can be caused by a numerous sporting activities, such as cycling, tennis, and long-distance running. Explain what bursitis is and what characteristics the mentioned sporting activities have in common? (Site 1)

When we overuse a joint, the bursae become inflamed, resulting in bursitis, a condition in which the bursae lose their function and the movements become painful. Excessive use of some joints can cause bursitis in sports like cycling, tennis, and long-distance running.