Trying to get in a lot of exercise before the holidays? Don't forget to take care of your body and consider the following to help with your recovery! Do not work out the same muscle group two days in a row (allow 48 hours between work outs for recovery) After a set of exercise, 2-3 minute rest intervals are sometimes needed, and up to 5 minutes may be needed Aim to drink 2-3 litres of water per day, increase your water intake with the more exercise that you do Ensure you warm up adequately prior to exercising (your warm up should be an activity that gradually increases your heart rate and includes dynamic stretches and movements that are similar to...
Kinesiology tape is amazing stuff! I use it with patients all the time. And it is not just for supporting your shoulder when you’re exercising. It is used for a number of reasons, support and stabilization being just one reason. What most people don’t realize is the effect kinesiology tape can have on pain relief as it de-sensitizes our nociceptors (pain nerve endings). A simple analogy to consider: when you bang your knee and apply pressure right away – feels better right? The tape works in a similar manner. Kinesiology tape is also effective for reducing swelling. The tape provides a lift to your skin to allow your lymph fluid to flow better. Have a nasty bruise or a nerve...
