DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU
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. 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. INJURIES INCREASE AS YOU AGE… 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, allowing you to do a lot of activities. 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 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, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance
Center can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great! PREPARING YOUR BODY… It is important to do sports activities, fitness and a host of other physical activities to keep you healthy and happy. With a little bit of preparation, 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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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: ANDY KRENTZ, MA, ATC, CERT. MDT
Andy is part of our sports medicine program and is well known for his ability to return athletes to their desired level of competition. He is a graduate of New Mexico State university with degrees in athletic training and science education. He isoneof10athletictrainersnationwide that hold the credential in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy making him a top level resource for athletes in our community. Andy is active in the soccer community, a coach himself, and enjoys spending time inthecommunitywithhisdaughterAddie, sonAxtonandwifeAmanda. Youwilloften find them participating in running events as a team.
I can walk without worrying about my legs hurting!
“As a major league umpire I need to be able to run, squat and stand for long periods. Andy has helped me run and perform my job. I had a 7/10 pain level when I started and now it is 0/10. Thanks!” - Tony R.
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