Are you having trouble exercising to get in better shape but something hurts? Far too often I hear from folks wanting to get in better shape but are having trouble. They feel they cannot due to some ache or pain. If this sounds like you, read on.

Most know that exercise is good. Exercise is beneficial for not only physical health but also mental. But when something hurts, people feel they cannot or should not exercise or do not know what is safe to do. Often people will just refrain from activity until they no longer hurt. They might try some internet exercises or attempt exercises a friend suggested. But when they do not work, weeks or months pass resulting in changes in the body.

Changes?

Yes, when a person is not active the body becomes deconditioned. These changes result in reduced flexibility, strength, and power. Taken together these changes result in a person becoming less tolerant of physical activity. Meaning a person is less able to perform a given level of activity (that was easy before). When people attempt the prior level they will hurt. This results in further avoidance, and this starts a vicious circle leaving people hurting and lost.

This is where health professionals come into play, a muscle and joint specialist to be specific. They can determine the problem and develop a plan to help you get active again. This plan may seem slow and measured but it will be designed to build your body’s tolerance for physical activity again. There may be some ups and downs but overall there will be steady progress today your desired goals.

Becoming active again to be in better shape is possible. Possible if you are ready to take the necessary steps. Are you ready? If so, click this LINK to request a call with a specialist.