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, Quality Performance Rehabilitation can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more about 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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SINGLE SHOULDER RAISE Start by standing with good posture and your arms by your side. Raise one shoulder to a 90 degree angle and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times on each arm. EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
Strengthens Shoulders
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This exercise is designed for pain prevention call your therapist if you are experiencing any pain!
HEALTHY RECIPE: MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SALAD
INGREDIENTS • ⅓ cup lemon juice
• 5 cups shredded romaine lettuce • 2 cups cut-up cooked chicken breast • 2 plum tomatoes, cut into wedges • 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans • 2 tbsp pitted Kalamata olives • 2 tbsp crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese • 6 Whole kalamata olives
• 2 tbsp snipped fresh mint • 2 tbsp snipped fresh basil • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp honey • ¼ tsp black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS In a screw-top jar, combine lemon juice, mint, basil, olive oil, honey, and black pepper to make dressing. Cover and shake well. Place lettuce on a large platter. Top with chicken, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, the quartered olives (if using), and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing. If desired, garnish individual servings with whole olives.
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