How to prevent muscle injuries
Warm-up and stretching Rushing into a strenuous activity before your muscles are pro- perly warmed up is a great way to get hurt. Gradually prepare your body for physical effort with gentle warm-up exercises and stretches to jumpstart your circulatory system and improve your flexibility. Stretching several times a week has various long- term benefits, namely because stiff muscles are much more prone to injury.
It’s a well-established fact that physical activity goes hand in hand with overall health, but exercising isn’t without its risks. Luckily, a few simple measures can go a long way in preventing muscle injury. Equipment and workout plan Make sure that your sport or training program of choice is sui- table for your physical condition, and don’t overexert yourself or try to take on too much too soon. It’s also important to prac- tise proper form while you exercise. Furthermore, you’ll benefit greatly from having the right equipment; ill-fitting shoes, for example, are a common cause of sports injuries. Diet and hydration Drinking water before, during — don’t wait until you feel thirsty — and after each training session is vital to replenish lost fluids and avoid dehydration. To give your muscles the energy they need to get you through a workout unscathed, include lots of healthy carbs in your pre-exercise meals and favour lean foods, as fats require a lot of energy to digest. It’s a good idea to wait two or three hours after eating a full meal before exercising.
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Rest and mindfulness Getting enough sleep gives your body time to recuperate from exertion and enables it to better resist injuries. A final word of advice to help you keep injuries at bay: always listen to your body.
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