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Oundle Osteopaths
Happy New Year!
Towards the end of January there will be some people who have developed unaccustomed joint strains or unfamiliar aches and pains, and these can often be traced back to taking up new exercise routines at the start of new year.
Many people will make a New Year’s resolution, and unsurprisingly, lots of these will be health related. Some people want to shift
a few pounds gained over the winter, whilst others want to get fit or learn a new skill. If you have committed to getting fitter or are taking up a new sport and want to avoid injuries,
set yourself some realistic goals. Try and pick activities that you enjoy. That way you are far more likely to maintain your efforts.
Start at a sensible level and gradually build up the level of intensity, especially if you are new to an activity. Also, consider some cross training, as varying your activities will reduce your chance of repetitive strains. Consider including some stretching or light resistance work into your routine.
stopped you going down to your normal sports club, so consider simply getting out for a walk. Make sure you’ve got sturdy footwear; stick to well lit, well drained pathways, and wear layers
Even the regular athlete tends to have
a period of rest over the winter, and
a return to sport in the new year can
be a bit of a surprise, particularly if the break from activity has been longer than expected. Frozen pitches resulting in cancelled matches or flooded rivers and golf courses may have
However you start your new year, we hope it’s a good 2025.
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Consider including some stretching or light resistance work into your routine
to keep you warm and dry.
If you are not considering sport as a New Year’s resolution, getting
out into the fresh air and staying
active when the weather allows is still important, both for your mental and physical health. Prolonged sitting for long periods over the holiday period, followed by a sudden burst of sweeping snow off the driveway is a surefire way of upsetting a grumbly back.
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