DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU!
know is that physical therapists put specific exercise plans together based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, R. Jason Kent Physical Therapy can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great! For more information about how R. Jason Kent Physical Therapy can help you, visit our website at rjasonkentpt.com. CONDITION CORRECTLY TO AVOID INJURY! It is important to stay active to keep you healthy and happy. With a little bit of preparation, you can easily do these activities and decrease your risk for injury. Focus on the following in the off-season to be ready come game time:
There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity at school. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? 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. Your muscles, tendons, ligaments and other tissues need to be warmed up to work properly. They take enormous strain during running and sports activities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. 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 some people might not
• Stretching often • Strength training
• Coordination training • Endurance training
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Perform This Exercise To Strengthen Your Core In Minutes!
PT SURV I VOR SPOT L I GHT !
AB MARCHES Begin by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Tighten your abdominals and roll your hips backwards, feeling your low back press downwards towards the floor. Keeping your abdominals tight, alternate lifting your feet off the floor, keeping your knees bent as if you are marching in place. Repeat 20 times.
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Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
Schedule your consultation at R. Jason Kent PT by calling 478.333.3075 (Warner Robins) or 478.254.6880 (Macon)!
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