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Writer's pictureIzack Martins

Strength training helps prevent injuries in athletes

Who doesn't want to always be ready to do their best in their sport?



Whether you are a professional athlete or an enthusiast of any sport, injury prevention is a key component that will ensure you can continue doing what you love for a long time.


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And guess what? Strength training is one of the best methods to avoid getting injured and still have high performance!


When you think about strength training, you often imagine big bodybuilders lifting huge weights in the gym, right?


But the truth is that strength training goes far beyond lifting a lot of weight.


Think with me... imagine that your muscles are like guardians of your body and the stronger and more resistant they are, they will be able to protect your joints and bones during the repetitive, high-intensity movements you perform in your sport.


Scientific studies have shown that strength training significantly reduces the risk of injury in athletes, this is because it can also correct muscle imbalances that you may have developed over time, which are like little time bombs for injuries if left uncorrected. .. they explode and hurt you.

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For example, if the muscles in the front of your thigh are much stronger than those in the back, this can put excessive pressure on your knees, increasing the risk of injury.

Strength training helps balance these parts, giving you more efficient biomechanics and reducing the likelihood of injuries.


By strengthening the muscles around joints, such as the knees and shoulders, we are creating a solid foundation that helps stabilize these areas and reduce the risk of sprains and tears.


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A very important point is the programming of this training, it must be thought out and prepared especially for you and your sport.


We call it periodization, where the minimum is 8 weeks programmed for you to progress in strength training and gain performance in your sport.


Whether it's increasing jumping, impulsion, changing direction, attacking,... no matter what you want to improve, you'll only achieve it without hurting yourself if you have a strength training schedule!


And we can't forget that a strong body also means better movement control and a more stable posture.


Strength training helps prevent injuries in athletes. Absolutely!


In short, strength training isn't just about lifting heavy weights or looking muscular (although that can be a bonus too!).


It’s about investing in your health and long-term performance


The scientific magazine "Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research" recommends strength training for athletes and people who enjoy playing sports to prevent injuries.


Whether you're a volleyball player, a runner, a basketball player, a swimmer or any other sport, don't underestimate the power of training and a good training schedule.


 
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