6 Steps To Getting Back To Exercise After An Injury

Fatema AlOthman

During recovery it's important to listen to how your body feels.

You can trust it. It will tell you when it's ready to get back to exercise.

When something like ankle pain strikes, or an injury hits you and you're not being able to exercise like you used to, and not knowing when it's safe to get back into it, is annoying.

And although you're dying to get back to normal and waiting is frustrating, ask yourself this:

Would you rather make slow, pain-free progress towards building a healthy running, or exercise, base so you don't risk another injury?

Or jump back into your exercise routine and possibly experience a set-back that leads to pain that lasts even longer, or another injury?

During recovery it's important to listen to how your body feels. You can trust it. It will tell you when it's ready to get back to doing certain things and when you've done too much.

Other factors that will have a significant impact on your return to exercise include things like your age, how long you've been suffering from your injury, and what you do to get back to physical activity safely.

Here are 6 steps you can take to get back to exercise safely, after an injury: 1. Take It Slow 2. Begin With Walking 3. Remember, Pain is Pain 4. Work On Your Balance 5. Eat Well And Keep Hydrated 6. Consider Getting Help From A Physio

When it comes to your health, fitness and lifestyle, it's important to listen to expert advice, that way you can be sure to get back to exercise and activities much quicker and safer.