Exercise/Training
Those suffering from arthritis want and need to get back to the things that bring them joy. However, many are inactive by choice – fearing worsening symptoms upon movement. The opposite is true! Physical activity can alleviate symptoms of arthritis, and this blog will show why an activity is so vital.
I wanted to share the following with you in hopes that you’ll consider working these into your weekly regime for fully optimized fitness.
Please note that these are pretty intense recommendations and you should consult with your professional trainer and/or physician. Personally, I recommend you get a yearly physical in order to develop a well thought out training program. Remember - this is a journey that, when well crafted, can result in very positive lifelong benefits.
In the world of sports today, many sports are year-round. I strongly recommend for the serious athlete to create their own off-season or if that is not possible, to take one day a week away from training and participate in another sport. Ideally the sport used to cross-train with should be using different movement patterns and a new set of mental skills. This article focuses on cross-training being used for recovery and staying mentally sharp. Cross-training can also be used in other scenarios.
If you’ve ever hit the gym really hard, you’ve probably suffered through this particularly nasty workout hangover. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS if you want to impress your meathead friends, is the muscular pain, stiffness, and soreness you feel 24-48 hours after you worked them, and can last up to ten days.