Injury Prevention Training

 

In any exercise program, injury prevention training is the only way to workout. Safety is the most important component of any fitness program.

Injury prevention training will make your workout experience more productive and enjoyable for you and those around you.

Injury prevention training starts before the workout. When you are planning your fitness program, make sure that you consider any injuries or illnesses that you might have and adjust your routine accordingly.

Here are a few things to consider when you are Injury prevention training:

  • Get a physical before you begin any exercise program

  • Visit a fitness professional to ensure that you have proper exercise form and technique

  • Start you exercise routine off slowly and gradually increase intensity and duration

  • Try to eat about 2 hours before working out

  • Drink water before, during and after your workout

  • Don't push yourself too hard. If it painful - stop! Get adequate rest in between sessions.

  • When you are exercising, always be aware of those around you to avoid bumping and pushing.

  • Put your weights away after you exercise.

  • Make sure the exercise area is free and clear of clutter.

  • Workout with a partner if possible so they can check out exercise form

If you follow these tips, you are on your way to pain free workouts. Keeping a safe and healthy exercise environment will make your workouts fly by. You will also see more fitness gains - when you hurt yourself, you push your entire workout regime back which can be very frustrating.


 

 

 
 
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