For occasional athlete, the best ways to combat workout-related injuries are:
-Start slow and intentional. Gradually increase your activity, weight, mileage, etc.
-Begin with a proper total body warm-up to get your muscles engaged and your heart rate elevated.
-Stretch after. Research shows that stretching after an activity can reduce soreness and help recovery.
You can always visit your chiropractor to help optimize your recovery!
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