“How Athletes Most Likely Injure Themselves!” DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU
There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just go out and do it on the weekend. How do most injuries occur? Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Yourmuscles,tendons, ligamentsandothertissuesneedtobewarmedupto workproperly.Theytakeenormousstrainduringrunningandsportsactivities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age… Ifyou thinkback towhenyouwere inyour late teens,youcouldgo intoa full sprintnoproblem, takeaflying leapanddoawhole lotwithout theslightest thoughtabout it.Asyougetolder,yourtissuesbecome lesselasticand infact a little “drier”.Whenyourmuscle, tendonand ligament tissueshaveenough water,theyaresuppleandstretchy,allowingyoutodoa lotofactivities.Keep yourself hydrated and stretch often to maintain elasticity in your muscles. Before and after Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physiotherapistshaveyearsofexperiencerehabilitatingpeopleafter injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What some people
mightnotknow isthatphysiotherapistsputspecificexerciseplanstogether based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great!
Care enough to share how we have helped you? Who do you know that could benefit from therapy? If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, then give the gift of health. Refer them to NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness today! Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a Free Athletic Therapy Screen. They will thank you, and so will we! YOU HELP US HELP OTHERS Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?
Exercises to help reduce leg pain Try this movement if you are experiencing leg pain.
QUAD SET While lyingorsittingwithasmalltowelrolledunderyourankle, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Strengthens Leg Muscles www.simpleset.net
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