Proper Active Warm-Ups Before Exercise

We’ve all experienced that uncomfortable “stitch” in the stomach or awkward cramp when in the middle of a workout. However, sometimes lack of stretching and not warming up before exercise can result in matters much worse, such as a pulled muscle or tearing something. The importance of a good stretch can be the difference between getting in your full workout or leaving a half hour earlier because you’re in pain. If you’ve recently hurt yourself working out and require treatment, physical therapy in Garden City can get you recovered as soon as possible.

Before going for your run or doing your weight lifting routines, follow some tips to making sure your muscles are loose and ready to go:

• Dynamic movements – these types of warm-ups involve fast-paced movements that keep the muscles warmed up and stretched. Types of these stretches involve lunge-and-twists, high kicks, and many others.
• Jumping – a good five minutes of jumping rope at a mild pace is also good for getting in a proper warm-up prior to a workout. However, if a five-minute pace is too much, starting out a little earlier is also acceptable, as long as you get your heart rate and body temperature up.
• Balance – a short mimic of the exercise your about to do is a great way to warm up also. Single-leg deadlifts, which is standing on one leg and carrying a dumbbell in the hand opposite to your leg, is a great way to get your body accustomed to the workout you’ll be doing.

Following a simple warm-up plan can do wonders for your stamina during a workout and can reduce the chance of possibly sustaining an injury. At Movement Concepts Physical Therapy in Garden City, we can assist you with any discomfort and pain you are experiencing and get you back to doing the things you love. Aside from our rehabilitation treatment, our personal training sessions can ensure you get the proper workout without the stress of injury.

For more information, be sure to contact us today!