Are you experiencing pain during your workouts that's making it tough to keep up with your exercise routine? At Optimum Chiropractic Clinic, we understand how crucial it is to maintain your fitness without letting pain become a roadblock. That's why we've put together some effective strategies to help you manage pain during exercise and keep you on track towards your fitness goals.
Reduce the Range of Motion
Sometimes, a simple adjustment in your exercise technique can make a significant difference. If certain movements are causing discomfort, try reducing the range of motion. For example, switching from full-depth squats to quarter-depth squats can allow you to continue your workout without aggravating the pain.
Reduce the Effort Level
Managing pain during exercise involves finding the right balance between effort and comfort. A useful rule of thumb is to subtract your average pain rating out of 10 to work out your effort level. For example, if your pain is at a 3/10, aim for an effort level of 7/10 for the exercise; if the pain rises to 4/10, adjust your effort level to 6/10. This approach helps manage the intensity of the exercise and prevent the pain from escalating.
Alter Frequency and Volume
Modifying the frequency and volume of your exercises can be beneficial. If a particular exercise consistently causes discomfort, consider reducing its frequency in your routine. Alternatively breaking up a more strenuous or painful workout into smaller, more frequent sessions can also help manage pain by avoiding extreme peaks and troughs in exercise volume.
Consider Load Adjustments
Adjusting the load of your exercises can make a notable difference in managing pain. This could involve changes in equipment, altering exercise complexity, or modifying speed. Even minor adjustments, such as variations in muscle contraction and warm-up routines, can contribute to reducing pain during workouts.
These strategies are just a glimpse of the tailored modifications we can provide after a thorough assessment at Optimum Chiropractic Clinic. We specialise in manual therapy and personalised symptom modification procedures aimed at managing and reducing pain during exercise.
Give these strategies a try, but remember, for a more personalised and detailed treatment plan, call 07514 675 172, email optimumchiropracticclinic@gmail.com, or book now
Exercise should empower you, not hinder you. Let's work together to keep you moving forward, pain-free, and focused on achieving your fitness goals!
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