NBW Track & Field

Pro tip for college athletes turning pro - Injury Prevention. 5 tips below👇🏾 1. Dynamic stretching before and static stretching after is important. Make sure to have a good warm up and cool down routines. 2. Use the correct shoes. Walk barefoot a lot that helps reduce bunions as well. I buy toe separators to help with mine. Your feet affects your whole body. Work ground up to reduces imbalance and posture problems. 3. Stay hydrated. When you’re dehydrated your body doesn’t get much electrolytes which can cause your muscles them to cramp or spasm. 4. Prioritize Recovery. See a chiropractor, physio, massage therapist regularly to help recovery. Other ways that can help speed up recovery - sauna, cold tub or contrast bath, red light therapy, hyperbaric chamber, PEMF therapy, dry needling. 5. Find a good trainer that assesses your body first and works on a program that’s specific to you. Unilateral work outs help imbalances. 6. Listen to your body. Less is more. Do not ignore pain or discomfort that may indicate an injury during practice. That last rep after feeling something might lead to an injury.