When starting a new exercise routine, it’s essential to be cautious and avoid common mistakes that can lead to injury, according to Chris Barucci, a physical therapist at Boston University’s Ryan Center for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Barucci suggests adding volume or intensity gradually over a longer period, rather than trying to do too much too quickly.
Another common mistake is not being patient enough to allow for adequate rest between exercise days, which is crucial for muscle recovery and rebuilding. Barucci recommends working with a professional, such as a physical therapist, athletic trainer, personal trainer, or strength and conditioning coach, before embarking on a substantial new exercise routine to ensure individual health factors and personal goals are taken into consideration.
Keeping track of exercise through writing down and monitoring progress can also help keep you consistent and manage the volume and intensity of workouts over time, Barucci adds.
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Pro Tips for (Safely) Starting a New Exercise Routine | BU Today | Boston …”:
• Start slowly and gradually increase volume and intensity over time, rather than trying to do too much too quickly.
• Allow for adequate rest and recovery time between exercise days to allow muscles to repair, rebuild, and strengthen.
• Work with a professional, such as a physical therapist, athletic trainer, personal trainer, or strength and conditioning coach, before starting a new exercise routine to ensure individual health factors and personal goals are taken into consideration.
• Keep track of exercise progress by writing down and keeping track of workouts, to monitor progress and stay consistent.
• Incorporate sufficient, high-quality sleep, good nutrition, and appropriate hydration into recovery and rest periods.
• Be patient and allow for adequate time for muscles to adapt to new exercises and routines.
• Consider working with a professional to develop a personalized exercise program that takes into account individual health factors and personal goals.
