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Sporting Events & Spectator Health Tips

– that way you can keep your hands free for cheering and a much-needed water bottle! 2. Lift coolers and chairs carefully. Many people don’t realize how physically demanding sporting events can actually be for spectators. You have to lug around chairs, coolers, bags, and anything else you need to make the event as enjoyable and comfortable as possible for you. These items can be extremely heavy depending on how much you pack for your family, your friends, and yourself. Carrying these around can create a strain on your shoulders, neck, and back if you’re not careful. When carrying heavy items, make sure you lift with your legs, rather than your back. This will make the items easier to carry and will create less of a strain on your back. When possible, have someone carry one side of the cooler to lessen the weight you’re carrying. Additionally, if the chairs you’re bringing have a carrying strap, make sure to utilize it and switch between shoulders if it becomes too heavy during the walk to your destination. 3. Make sure to bring water and constantly hydrate. Sporting events are dehydrating for many reasons – you’re out in the sun for extended periods of time, you’re cheering, and, in many cases, you may be enjoying some adult beverages. This can lead to dehydration, headaches, fatigue, or even nausea after the excitement of the game has worn off. Make sure to pack extra water bottles and to

constantly hydrate throughout the game, in order to avoid any unnecessary discomfort or illness. A good rule of thumb is to drink at least one water bottle per hour that you’re at the sporting event to remain hydrated throughout the game – although more is always better! 4. Bring back support when needed. Do the stands you’re sitting in have back support? If not, your posture becomes more susceptible to slouching, which can cause pain in your back, neck, and shoulders. Luckily, there are stadium chairs you can purchase that have a back to them, making it easier to lean back and sit with comfort during your sporting event. As an added bonus, many of them also have built-in cushions, making the hard stands much more comfortable to sit on during the game! These are a great investment if you find yourself uncomfortable after hours of sitting, or if you are prone to slouching over. 5. Contact us for additional assistance. Does the thought of sitting through another game make your back ache? Is that cooler just too heavy? Are you unable to enjoy your time as a spectator because you have pain? Are you missing out? If so, don’t hesitate to contact The Training Room today! We want this sporting season to be enjoyable for all – whether you’re an athlete or a spectator! Call The Training Room today to see how we can help you or your young athlete!

Do your children’s sports and activities take over your fall calendar? Do you move between driving the car and sitting in the stands all weekend long? Do you have a grandchild who is a sports star? Are you a sports fanatic; scoring tickets to the next game as soon as they’re available? Do you simply like to sit in the stands and enjoy watching a game from time to time? Whatever the case may be, we want to make sure you are as comfortable as possible while rooting for your team! When thinking about sporting events, many people do not take spectator health into consideration – while it makes sense to place a large amount of focus on the athletes, it is also important to make sure that spectators are healthy and comfortable, as well. At The Training Room, we care about the spectators! Belowaresomehelpful tipsforstayinghealthy while attending sporting events: 1. Don’t forget the sunscreen – and an umbrella. We’ve all been there – you show up for the game, get in the stands, and realize… there’s no shade. Sitting in the blazing heat for hours can cause extreme discomfort and result in a nasty burn. While the sun is still intense, it is important to make sure you bring sunscreen with you to protect your face, arms, and legs during the sporting events you attend. It can also be beneficial to bring an umbrella to shade yourself and bring some relief from the direct heat. If sitting in a folding chair or stands chair, there are smaller clip-on umbrellas you can bring to attach to the back

“The progression of my treatment was consecutive with each visit.” PATIENT SPOTLIGHT

“Prior to making my way toTheTraining Room, I was under the impression that all physical therapists and PT programs were the same. Boy was I incorrect in my thinking. In my previous experiences, therapists only focused their time and energy on the specific injury. TTR saw a whole person, connected the dots, and treated each inter-related system. The progression of my treatment was consecutive with each visit. My husband and daughter have also used the services at this facility. I recommend Nick (both of them) to all that would listen.” -S. F.

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