When was the last time you were injured? Think about what happened, how it happened, and why it happened. Could your strength training regimen prevent this?
Though some injuries cannot be avoided, such as those obtained due to a collision in a sport, auto accident, or a fall, many can be prevented altogether with the proper implementation of a strength training workout. Injury prevention isn’t just for the athlete. It’s vital for all populations including those with back pain, joint pain, and the aging population as a whole.
Regular strength training will reduce your risk of injury no matter your age.
Injuries do not discriminate. They will find you one way or another if you are deconditioned, have disfunction in your movement patterns, and/or muscular imbalances. Whether you are an athlete looking to stay competitive at your position, or a grandparent who wants to stay active so you can play with your grandchildren, injury prevention should be a priority.
Preventable injuries can include:
- Falls
- ACL Tears
- Sprains
- Strains
- Muscular Tears
And More!
Strength training improves joint stabilization.
Many injuries occur due to a lack of stabilization within the joint. When you gain strength and lean muscle, the stability within the joint improves. Joint stability is important through all stages of life, no matter your fitness level. Many injuries can be prevented altogether when the joints are stabilized through proper muscle strength, control and range of motion.
Strength training can improve balance and coordination overtime.
When your joints become more stable, your balance and coordination through movement patterns improve as well. Lack of balance and coordination can be the underlying cause to injuries such as falling or spraining an ankle.
These things typically happen when you trip over something, step on something you don’t expect, or even simply step off a curb. By improving your strength, and stabilizing your joints, your ability to be balanced when these things occur is improved, which will result in fewer injuries.
No matter your age or fitness level, regular strength training will decrease your risk of injury.
Injury prevention isn’t just for the athletes of the world. It’s important, even vital, for all.
Adding strength training to your exercise regimen that is specific to your needs and the activities you participate in will set you on track to do more of what you love. The M3 Team can help you build more lean muscle and reduce the risk of injury starting as soon as today.