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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… Ifyouthinkbacktowhenyouwere inyour lateteens,youcouldgo intoafull sprintnoproblem, takeaflying leapanddoawhole lotwithout theslightest thoughtabout it.Asyougetolder,yourtissuesbecome lesselasticand infact a little “drier”.Whenyourmuscle,tendonand ligamenttissueshaveenough 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 physical therapy experts have years of experience rehabilitating people after injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What somepeoplemightnotknow isthatphysicaltherapistsputspecificexercise plans together based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to
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HEALTHY RECIPE Cherry-Berry Oatmeal Smoothies
INGREDIENTS • ⅓ cup quick-cooking rolled oats
• ½ cup fresh dark sweet cherries • 1-2 tbsp almond butter • 1 tbsp honey • ½ cup small ice cubes
• ½ cup light almond milk • ¾ cup fresh strawberries
DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl combine water and oats. Microwave 1 minute. Stir in ¼ cup of the milk. Microwave 30 to 50 seconds more or until oats are very tender. Cool 5 minutes. In a blender combine oat mixture, the remaining ¼ cup milk, and the next four ingredients (through honey). Cover and blend until smooth, scraping container as needed. Add ice cubes; cover and blend until smooth. If desired, top each serving with additional fruit.
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