T H E N E W S L E T T E R A B O U T Y O U R H E A L T H A N D C A R I N G F O R Y O U R B O D Y N E W S L E T T E R
SEASON OF RENEWAL Springtime Activities & Fitness
INSIDE : • Season of Renewal: Springtime Activities & Fitness
• Patient Spotlight • Practice News
• Exercise Essentials
All of us have been stuck inside for months, so it goes without saying that now more than ever it’s important to stay on top of your health and make sure you’re engaging in activities that encourage you to get up and move. The weather is warming up, so it’s a great time to “spring” into action and start doing the things you love again! Sometimes, however, the fear of sustaining an injury can prevent you from leading a healthy and active lifestyle. If you’re in need of assistance for improving your mobility, physical therapy can help. Contact LP Physical Therapy today to schedule an appointment. How physical therapy can help you become more active for springtime According to the HHS, “More than 80% of adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities, and more than 80% of adolescents do not do enough aerobic physical activity to meet the guidelines for youth.” Finding the time or the motivation to exercise is difficult for many people, but with a season of renewal right around the corner for us, it’s important to know what your options are when it comes to getting into shape! Physical therapy is not only useful for people recovering from an injury or surgical procedure. LP Physical Therapy physical therapists are movement specialists who offer safe and natural ways of healing, as
well as ways to improve your overall level of fitness so that you can enjoy physical activities this spring! A physical therapist can evaluate your current physical condition and assess your fitness level. Whether you’re currently moving with assistance from a cane, walker, or orthotic device, or you’re a serious athlete, physical therapy can help you increase your fitness level, reduce your chance of injury, and eliminate pain from sore muscles. Our therapists can also teach you the proper techniques for warming up before your chosen activity and the best post-workout stretches for an effective cooldown. Springtime activities physical therapy can make more enjoyable A physical therapy program can increase your fitness level and help you make the most of your favorite activities! Some of the most common activities that physical therapy can help you enjoy more fully are running, gardening, biking, and yoga. Running Running can be hard on the joints, especially as we age. One of the most common injuries that keep people from running without
WWW.LP-PHYSICALTHERAPY.COM
Made with FlippingBook Online newsletter