If you are not getting the results you would like from your workout, it could be because you are unknowingly sabotaging it. There are some tiny changes and new habits you can adopt in order to get the results you want.
Warm Up Before Every Workout
Before you even begin to stretch you should warm up your muscles by doing some extremely light exercising like walking or using a cardiovascular machine for 5-10 minutes. Stretching a cold muscle leads to a less-effective workout and may also lead to injury.
Bring Variety to spice it up…
If you only do one type of exercise for every workout, you are not challenging your body, and you are working the same muscles in the same way every day. You should do between three and five different types of workouts each week. For example, if you do yoga, try adding some cardio to your routine. If you do dance, try adding strength training.
Do Core Strengthening Exercises
It’s also very important to devote some time to working your core muscles. Your core plays a very prominent role in developing other muscle groups, and it also supports and strengthens your back while preventing injuries.
Use Correct Form when Exercising
If you work out in a gym, you can ask a trainer to show you proper technique or to teach you the correct way to use equipment. If you have a home gym, you can find videos available online that will help you with this.
Rest
When you exercise, you lose storage of energy called muscle glycogen. This is what enables your muscles to contract and move. When you rest between workouts, your muscle glycogen is restored. Your muscles repair themselves, and are ultimately made stronger
Any workout can be improved by following the guidelines above. For more help with making your workout more effective and achieving the results you want, contact our office to set up a session with one of our athletic trainers at GLOBAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPORTS INJURY CENTRE.
