Strength training provides a safe, effective way to restore muscle strength and mobility after an accident, illness, or surgery. It helps prevent re-injury while restoring movement and function. At Natural Health Sports Therapy in Costa Mesa, California, our physical therapists regularly incorporate strength training into their custom rehab plans. In addition, we have private trainers in-house to help you meet your training goals. Contact Natural Health Sports Therapy today to schedule a strength training consultation, or book your appointment online.
What is strength training?
Strength training is a physical therapy sub specialty that makes your muscles stronger and improves your general fitness. It uses free weights, weight lifting machines, and your body weight to build strength, enhance mobility, and reduce the risk of falls and other accidents.
Many people associate strength training with bodybuilding, but it’s more than that. It’s easier to exercise, complete routine activities, and live a healthier life when your muscles function well.
What are the benefits of strength training?
Strength training provides your musculoskeletal health with various benefits, including:
- Less pain and stiffness
- Reduced risk of falls and accidents
- Improved mobility
- Better quality of life
Strength training protects you from injuries. You’re less likely to get hurt when your muscles are strong and healthy.
What does strength training involve?
The Natural Health Sports Therapy team tailors strength training to each person’s symptoms and needs. They might suggest exercises to build:
STRENGTH
These exercises strengthen your bones and muscles and help you build muscle tone. They provide the added benefit of balance and coordination, making activities of daily living (ADL) easier.
POWER
The team recommends power exercises if you’re an athlete who runs, jumps, or throws. These exercises increase your explosiveness, speed, and flexibility. They also improve your coordination, making excelling on the court, track, or field easier.
HYPERTROPHY
Hypertrophy training makes your muscles bigger, stronger, and more toned. It also improves cardiovascular health by reducing cholesterol, boosting your metabolism, and lowering your risk of diabetes.
MUSCULAR ENDURANCE
This type of strength training focuses on endurance. It helps you exercise longer and more intensely without feeling tired or fatigued. The team might recommend this approach if you have a repetitive strain injury (RSI) that affects your ability to work or do other activities.
How long do I need to participate in strength-related physical therapy?
The time you need to participate in strength-related physical therapy depends on the problem being treated and how severe your symptoms are. Since the results are cumulative, it takes several weeks to months, to benefit.
To speed up the process, follow your physical therapist’s instructions, attend each scheduled checkup, and do your homework (at-home exercises) as prescribed.
Contact Natural Health Sports Therapy today to schedule a strength-training appointment, or book your visit online.
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