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What is the most common exercise mistake people make when they start?

The biggest exercise mistakes I see when people start is “too much too soon”.

Normally when we get back started into exercise we have a lot of motivation and excitement but the incidence of injury when starting or re-start is quite high.

If the body has not had regular movement for years a more progressive approach is better to reduce the stress and shock on the body.

Exercise Mistakes

To get a clear understanding of best approach when starting or returning to exercise, we need to consider

  • Any injuries and medical history
  • Previous fitness background
  • How long since you have done exercise
  • Reason for the absence eg off due to pregnancy we need consider your core and pelvic floor function.
  • What other lifestyle factors can impact your exercise and recovery like high emotional stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, poor digestive health and detoxification pathways.

I am slightly basis, but considering the above, I would also suggest to see a personal trainer or exercise physiologist to review you independent requirements and personal circumstances for reduced injury and the best results.

An example of a general return to exercise program and reduce any exercise mistakes

  • Start with some light mobility exercises and stretches
  • Progress to include some core and stability exercises as well as some corrective exercises, if needed
  • Look at lifestyle factors such as nutrition, digestion, sleep, stress
  • Next step is to start strength exercises/program which could be just body weight exercise to start.
  • Later incorporate light cardio exercise
  • Then progress the strength and cardio exercise to improve endurance, speed then power

Understand that this is a general plan to return but ultimately it will be dependent on your requirements and goals.

Remember that the old adage “NO PAIN NO GAIN” – this does not apply here. If you are injured, you might not be able to return to exercise for 2 to 3 months.

 

Cameron Corish

Cameron Corish has been caring and achieving results for the local Wishart, Mansfield and Mt Gravatt community for over 15 years. He takes a multi-disciplined and holistic approach to health and fitness addressing the physical, mental and emotional aspects of one’s health.  

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Originally, published in InShape News in March 2016: http://inshapenewsflash.com/what-are-the-biggest-mistakes-people-make-when-they-start-exercising/

 

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