Preventing and recognising injury
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Injury Prevention Tips for Exercise Safety
Importance of Warm-Up and Warm-Down
Warm-Up: Prepare your body to prevent injuries before exercise.
- Ensure your body is adequately warmed up to improve blood circulation and muscle temperature.
- Increased muscle warmth enhances flexibility, extending your range of motion.
Warm-Down: After exercise, maintain muscle flexibility and prevent sudden cooling.
- Gradually lower exercise intensity to prevent muscle strain.
- Keep the body warm to avoid sudden temperature drops.
Recognising and Responding to Exercise Injuries
Signs of Overexertion: Understand different sensations during exercise.
- A gradual, dull sensation in muscles indicates normal exertion and blood flow.
- Stop immediately if you feel a sharp, sudden pain, which indicates a potential injury.
Immediate Action: What to do if you suspect an injury.
- Stop all exercise immediately to prevent further damage.
- Seek medical attention from a professional to assess and treat the injury.