Excercise

Exercise

Have you ever heard the saying, "No pain, No Gain?" Well I am here to tell you that this is partially true. Feeling moderately sore after a workout is perfectly normal, however, sharp pain caused by strained muscles and torn ligaments is never beneficial. Often the excitement of being in the gym and hearing the pulsing music echoing would make anyone want to jump right into lifting. On the contrary, this is not healthy. Before every workout, make sure to spend 10 to 15 minutes stretching to prevent injury. Also, completing warm up reps at a reduced weight will further your ability to lift big and reduce the chance of injury. When considering workout routines I suggest using the app "JEFIT." It allows you to search their comprehensive database for specific workouts or you can create your own regimen. My favorite feature is the rep tracker that allows you to keep track of what you lifted in previous workouts.