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? Mostsports injuriesoccur from ill-prepared individualswho 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 runningandsportsactivities.Therefore, if theyarenot in topcondition, If you think back to when you were in your late teens, you could go into a full sprint no problem, take a flying leap and do a whole lot without the slightest thought about it. As you get older, your tissues become less elastic and in fact a little “drier.” When your muscle, tendon and ligament tissues have enough water, they are supple and stretchy, allowingyou todoa lotofactivities.Keepyourselfhydratedandstretch often to maintain elasticity in your muscles. DON’T LET PAIN LEAVE YOU OUT IN THE COLD they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age…
Before and after Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physical therapy experts have years of experience rehabilitating peopleafter injuriesandreturning thempain-free to theactivities they enjoy. What some people might not 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, Empower PhysicalTherapycangetyouback toenjoyingyouractivitiespain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great! Preparing your body… It is importanttodosportsactivities, fitnessandahostofotherphysical activities tokeepyouhealthyandhappy.Witha littlebitofpreparation, you can easily do these activities and decrease your risk for injury. • Do stretch often • Do strength training
• Do coordination training • Do endurance training
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Everyone; front desk, physical therapists, all have been very helpful and kind. We never feltrushedthroughanysession.Thecare felt excellent! There was even a complimentary
drinkstation.Feltwelcomed!Lovedhowexerciseswere printed and available through app or online portal. Overall, my mom said she had a great experience and pain relief.” - Daughter of Hue N.
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