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How to prevent injuries
Before you take up a new exercise
activity, it's important to make sure your joints
are up to the task. I've seen many injuries
because people rush into activities that they
simply aren't ready for.
For instance, you might think
running is great for fitness, and it is. But
slipping on an old pair of trainers and trying
to run a couple of miles, even though you haven't
done any physical activity for years, is asking
for trouble.
Always make sure you include a
certain amount of weight training, especially
for the areas that will be stressed. Core training
is a must and will protect your spine from any
weight bearing activities. Contrary to popular
belief, weight training will not make you bigger
but will strengthen the muscles surrounding
the joint, which in turn decreases the likelihood
of injury.
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