In This Issue...
- What's New at Sports Injury Info
- Feature Article - "Sticking to Your New Years Resolutions"
- Coming Soon to SII
Whats new at Sports Injury Info
New Pages
Below you will find links to the newest additions to the website.
Sports
Injury RehabLearn About Ankle Rehab Elbow Rehab: What You Need To Know Shoulder Rehab Exercises: Improving Mobility Shoulder Rehab Exercises: Improving Strength
Sports InjuriesThe Ultimate Rotator Cuff Training Guide: A
Review
Sports Injury PreventionAnkle Braces: Choosing The Right One
Sports
Injury SurgeryACL Surgery: Choosing Your Physician ACL Surgery Stories - Share Your ACL Surgery
Experiences
Feature Article Sticking to Your New Years Resolutions
If you are like me,
new years resolutions are something that can be a great motivator, but
that motivation seems to fade after the holidays are over. Deciding to
make changes in your life, for the better, is a great thing. Whether
you have resolved to lose weight, exercise more regularly, eat better,
or not watch as much TV, here are a few tips to help you stick with
your resolutions and make those changes a part of your life.
Be realistic
Make
sure that your resolutions are realistic. Don't try to change too much
too quickly. Deciding to work out regularly for better health and
fitness is a great resolution. It does require a time committment. So,
instead of resolving to work out for an hour everyday, make your
resolution to work out for 30 minutes 3 times a week. You will be
amazed at how much easier it is to stick to this small committment.
This goes for any type of resolution...start out small, and then, once
that becomes a regular routine you can add to it.
Don't Make Too Many
Everyone
wants to change things in their lives. Some more than others. One key
to sticking to your resolutions is to not make too many. Pick one, or
maybe two things that are very important to you. Perhaps you want to
start eating a better diet. Resolve to do that and that alone. Too many
resolutions means too many chances to fail. If you pick just one thing,
then you are more likely to stick to it.
Set goals
Whatever
your resolution is, set a goal to help yourself achieve it. If it is to
lose weight, set a realistic goal, say 10 lbs in 10 weeks. This goal is
achieveable, and when you beat it, then you will feel even more
accomplished. Once you meet your goal, then set a new one. Little steps
make all the difference in making a permanent change in your life.
Make a Plan
Resolving
to make a change in your life is the first step. The next is setting
your goal. The third, and most important, is setting out a plan to
achieve that permanent change. If you have resolved to start
exercising, sit down and write out a plan for your program. Pick a few
exercises, write them down, and set yourself a schedule. Remember, make
it realistic. Keep a log of your progress, and how your plan is
progressing. Seeing those results on paper is a great motivator to keep
going.
Don't
Get Frustrated
Resolutions are a good
way to make a positive change in your life. They can also be
frustrating. A busy schedule, work, family, and so many other things
can get in your way of keeping your resolutions. Don't get frustrated
if you slip a little here and there. Remember, you are making a change
for a better life, and life ebbs and flows. If you miss a workout, or
splurge on that banana split, chalk it up to human nature, and then get
back on your plan. Don't get frustrated, and remember your goals and
your plan to achieve them.
Summary
New
Years resolutions are a great way to start the new year with a change
for the better. Make sure your resolutions are realistic, and that you
set little goals to achieve them. Write out your plan, and then stick
to it as best you can. Don't get frustrated if you stray, just get back
on track. Remember, even though the new year is a great time to start
making changes, any day is a great day to start living healthier.
Coming Soon To SII
Have you ever had an ankle sprain? Do you suffer from weak ankles? Do you dread the pick up basketball game for fear of injury?
Coming soon to Sports Injury Info, "The Complete Guide To Ankle Sprains".
From injury to return to play, this e-book will give you all of the knowledge you need to return yourself to sports and a pain free ankle.
This guide will walk you through the initial treatment, how to reduce swelling and speed recovery, and the key activities for the first 3 days. Days 4-14 detail exercises to improve range of motion, strength, and normal walking. Weeks 2-4 improve your balance and proprioception, and return your ankle strength to normal. Weeks 4 and on involve exercises for improving strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and power.
If you have "weak ankles" or suffer from chronic sprains, this guide is for you. It covers some of the commonly overlooked areas of ankle sprain rehab, and provides step by step instructions for conquering your ankle pain. Not just for the acute sprain, it can help to eliminate ankle pain from old sprains too...
Watch your email inbox for details regarding this upcoming e-book.
Until Next Time,
Barton
Stay off the Sidelines!
Sports Injury Info
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