How to Exercise After Injury or Illness

 

It might be challenging to return to the same level of fitness you worked so hard to obtain after an illness or accident.

When you are unable to train every day, you could feel as though your body has let you down and that you are not yourself.

Although each person's circumstances are unique, you should normally start your training slowly and with patience.

Rest and recover if you have a major illness.

Your body and immune system will suffer if you have a disease that needs to be treated for a long time or in the hospital.


Take a break and consider going simple.

Do the bare minimum: breathe, move around, and stretch.


Let yourself recover.

When you are given the all-clear to resume exercising, ease back into it and increase the intensity of your workouts somewhat from walking and stretching. Take cautious not to relapse or get hurt again. Avoid resuming too quickly or too intensely.

Your attempts to recuperate quickly can backfire and send you back to the hospital. You can perform seated exercises like bicep curls, seated military
presses, dumbbell presses, and triceps presses if you're healing from surgery, an illness, or another lower limb ailment.

Exercises on the floor, such as sit-ups, push-ups, and planks performed with my knees rather than my feet, are also effective after surgery. While you're sick, pay attention to the muscle areas that aren't sore and what feels nice.


1. DOCTOR’S OPINION


Although you might think you are prepared, it's necessary to consult your doctor before tying your shoes. even if you believe the answer must be affirmative. Ask your physical therapist or any other sports medicine specialist if you have been working with them.


You should have learned exercises from your therapist to strengthen and stretch the affected area.
You shouldn't resume your sport or activity until the stiffness, edema, and pain have significantly decreased.
Make sure you obtain the go-ahead from a professional before pushing yourself because doing so could prolong your healing time or aggravate your ailment.

2. START


It's natural to want to immediately resume your previous activities after being injured, but don't be so hasty! If you immediately resume your previous form of running or return to the gym and put all your energy into it, you run the danger of weakening yourself and increasing your likelihood of suffering another injury.


3. START (PART TWO)


A moderate walk is one of the finest methods to stay active if you're wounded because it is the most natural sort of movement for the body. Swimming is a fantastic low-impact fitness option. Observe how your body responds to it, then progressively lengthen your session. Just as crucial as starting exercise
again are rest and healing. Allow your body to rest so you can use it again safely.


4. EATING HABITS

Recovery depends on eating healthfully and drinking enough of water. Food plays a significant role in the body's recovery process and aids in rebuilding the strength of your joints.


Avoid alcoholic beverages and junk food during this time. Consuming whole, organic foods and getting plenty of liquids will hasten the process.


5. RESIST


Even if you feel better, resist the urge to return to your regular schedule. Even if it occurs while you are performing the exercises your doctor or physical therapist advised, stop immediately if you experience pain in your body that is injured or somewhere new. Consult your physician or physical therapist if your discomfort persists or worsens.


You might be able to alleviate pain by simply switching to a different exercise if it develops or persists while you're performing a modified workout. However, there are times when it may be preferable to simply quit, particularly if the injury makes it impossible to maintain appropriate technique.

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