Tips To Prevent Injuries

In this video from personal trainer Alistair, he discusses tips to prevent injuries from exercising regularly.

When you start a new fitness program you are excited, anxious and somewhat inpatient for results to come fast. That is all very normal but we are here to tell you that over 75% of gym goers become successful by following these injury prevention steps on a consistent basis. These tips will ensure your consistency, your success within your specific goals and help you to continue to add more goals for years to come.

💪 Learn proper technique so that as you continue to get stronger and increase the load, you will avoid injuries.

💪 Do a proper dynamic warm-up so that your joints and muscles are prepared to be loaded accordingly.

💪 Do some static stretching at the end of your workout, to avoid your muscles tightening up too much and therefore increasing the likelihood of chronic in juries.

💪 Drink water before, during and after your workout top stay hydrated and reduce cramps or pulled muscles.

💪 Be sure to get 8 hours of rest everyday, so your body recovers properly, gets stronger and is ready for the next workout.

💪 Incorporate mobility exercises into your routine on a regular basis, so your joints stay flexible and strong.