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Injury and Exercise
No-one wants to get injured while being active, but increased walking or hiking may cause injury to your lower extremities. A fall, an overworked tendon on a long-distance hike, an ankle sprain on uneven terrain can happen as we explore new territory and new distances.
To maintain your fitness if you get injured speak with your doctor or physical therapist and create a cross-training program that will help you maintain a base level of fitness. When the injury heals, you’ll be able to be back to your former activities in no time.
Non-weight bearing activity such as swimming, rowing or bicycling can help you maintain your cardio-vascular fitness. Floor exercises, and upper body strength building exercises can maintain body strength for the rest of your body. Stretches and warm-ups become even more important when your daily activity is limited because of an injury. When you experience pain and discomfort, you might not feel like moving, but remember moving will improve your mood and outlook toward healing. Here is a link to a fun way to work on your fitness before getting out of bed in the morning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtrciwU4Fbo
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