Safety Tips for Exercise
By Donna Stark
I know a lot of people who have turned to exercise and strength training while being stuck at home and for fitness experts and doctors around the world, that is great news! After all, everyone loves to see people taking care of their bodies. But if you are lifting a lot of weights during your workouts at home, you need to be especially careful because if you aren't, you can end up with some serious damage to your spine. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to keep yourself safe during both your regular exercise and the times you lift those weights.
Safety Tips for Exercise
Before you start a new fitness routine or attempt to modify your existing one, it is important to know the risks associated with strength training. Here are some of the most common injuries your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic see in their office followed by tips on how to avoid them.
- Knee injuries - Sudden, jerking movements executed with poor form can easily stress and injure your knees. It is important that you place your feet squarely on the floor and exert equal pressure on each leg.
- Back strain - Your back may never work as hard as it will when you are working out, so be mindful of your movements. Weightlifting can strain the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your back quite easily. The best way to protect yourself is to stretch before you start, utilize proper lifting techniques, and watch your form.
- Neck and shoulder injuries - Using poor form, lifting too much weight, and pushing your body past its limits can increase the risk of injury to your neck and shoulders. Make sure you are rotating your workouts and using the same focus and attention to detail for each set, from the very start of your routine to the final rep.
Routine Chiropractic Care
You can also avoid the risk of injury during your workouts with routine chiropractic care. Take a look at how chiropractic adjustments can enhance athletic performance and keep you safe from injury.
- Increases range of motion and flexibility
- Improves balance and stability
- Improves joint and muscle function
- Eases muscle tension and strain
- Promotes a stronger, healthier body
- Reduces inflammation
Keep the above tips in mind during your workouts and consider adding routine chiropractic care to your regular health and fitness routines! Chiropractic care at The Joint Chiropractic is the safest and easiest way to protect your body while improving your overall health at the same time! So come on in and reach all of your fitness goals in good health.
To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Dallas, Tex.