One potential risk of not paying attention to range of motion in lifelong fitness is the risk of muscle strains or tears. If you push your body beyond its limits, you can overextend or overuse muscles, leading to potential injuries. Another risk is improper form in exercises, which can strain joints and lead to overuse injuries. Safety concerns in lifelong fitness include not properly warming up before exercises, not listening to your body when you experience pain or discomfort, and not giving your body enough time to rest and recover between workouts.
In terms of my activity level, as someone who regularly participates in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and weightlifting, I face the risk of muscle strains, joint injuries, and overuse injuries. Minor injuries I may face on a regular basis include muscle soreness, tendonitis, or minor sprains. Major injuries could include dislocations, torn ligaments, or stress fractures.
To protect myself from these risks, I make sure to always warm up before exercising, practice proper form during workouts, listen to my body and stop if I feel any pain or discomfort, and incorporate rest days into my routine to allow for proper recovery. I also make sure to vary my workouts to prevent overuse injuries and incorporate flexibility exercises to improve my range of motion and prevent muscle strains. Additionally, wearing appropriate footwear and using proper equipment helps to reduce the risk of injuries during my workouts.
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The unit discusses possible injury if you do not pay attention to your range of motion. What are some potential risks and safety concerns that come with lifelong fitness? Given your activity level, what minor or major injury risks do you face on a regular basis? How do you protect yourself from these risks?
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