4 Tips to Prevent Training Injuries - Rip Toned

4 Tips to Prevent Training Injuries

One of the main benefits of exercise is improving your physical health. However, the risks can outweigh the rewards if you do not have the right tools and information. 

 

  • Don’t skip the warm up- While most people know that it is important to warm your muscles up before putting serious strain on them, oftentimes tight schedules result in a rushed warm-up routine or even no warm-up whatsoever. 
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    It only takes about ten minutes to get the blood flowing throughout your body before starting more intense training. Light cardio or simple dynamic stretches like lunges or jumping jacks will help prevent injury.

     

  • Use the buddy system- Not everyone needs or wants a personal trainer, but having a friend to work out with has numerous benefits. When it comes to weightlifting, sometimes you simply need somebody else to spot you, especially when trying for a new personal best. A knowledgeable friend can also point out when your form is off.
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  • Invest in quality equipment and accessories- When it comes to protecting your body from injury, you don’t want to use products from companies that cut corners. The benefits gained from using lifting straps and lifting belts are only as good as the product itself. As you know, when you cut corners in your training, you are only cheating yourself.
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    Rip Toned products come with a lifetime replacement warranty. This is the commitment to quality that you should demand from your training accessories. 

     

  • Train within your limits- We are often tempted to push our limits when training. This is a great thing because it is the driving force behind progress. However, overestimating your ability is a leading cause of injuries in the gym that often leads to time out of the gym for recovery. One step forward is only worth it when it doesn’t result in two steps back. 
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    Pushing your limits needs to be done in a measured way. Increase your maxes in weight, distance, and speed in small increments. This way you can see exactly where your limit is without doing serious harm.

     
    Related Topics:
    How to get the most out of a lifting session
    Common Lifting Injuries (And how to avoid them)
    When should I start using Lifting Straps?

     

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