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Stay Safe While Strength Training with These 6 Tips

One of the most common pieces of advice given to people in strength training programs is simply to u201cnot hurt yourself.u201dWhether itu2019s a recovery program from a previous injury or surgery, or youu2019re simply trying to improve your physical performance, it is a common phrase that youu2019ll hear.

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Stay Safe While Strength Training with These 6 Tips

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  1. Stay Safe While Strength Training with These 6 Tips

  2. How Can I Avoid Sustaining an Injury While Strength Training? 1. Begin with baby steps If you overexert yourself in the early stages of a new program, there’s a very good chance that you’re going to injure yourself. Start from the bottom and build up from there. 2. Always warm up your muscles Before you begin any workout or exercise regimen, it is important to make sure you stretch and warm up your body.A proper warm-up is essential for optimum performance, as it helps to loosen up your muscles, get your blood flowing, and keep your muscle cells oxygenated. 3. Eat nutritious foods Proper nutrition is key in keeping your muscles healthy and strong while strength training. Your physical therapist will likely suggest eating a nutritious meal a couple of hours before working out.

  3. 4. Understand your body A small amount of soreness when you first start training is normal, but if you are experiencing severe pain or discomfort make sure you consult with your physical therapist. 5. Go to the doctor annually to get physicals Physicals help to determine where your body’s level of physical performance is. Many people, especially as they hit middle age, still feel like they’re 25 and ready to take on the world. However, that is not always the case. Original Source : https://texasstarrehab.com/stay-safe-while-strength- training-with-these-6-tips/

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