When we start training in the gym, we want to do the exercises with a lot of weight or very fast without knowing that we can injure ourselves. Believe it or not, repetitive movements can cause damage to the muscles of the body if not done correctly.
It is for this reason that we want to show you some of the most frequent injuries in the gym and how you can prevent them. In this way, you will be able to exercise efficiently and without worrying about an injury. Let's get started!
Rotator cuff tendinitis
A rotator cuff is a muscle group that is located in the shoulder and allows us to rotate the arm. In this sense, tendinitis appears when the tendons of the shoulder become irritated due to excessive weight.
To avoid this injury, you must do some cardiovascular exercises without weight as a warm-up. The objective of warming up is to make your tendons more elastic and thus better withstand the intensity of the exercise you are going to do.
Cervical and neck injuries
The cervical vertebrae are those that are found from the base of the skull to the dorsal area, highlighting that this area is prone to having muscle tension that causes pain.
If this happens to you, you may have misused a machine at the gym or made a sudden movement. It is important to consult with a trainer about the correct positions to do different exercises, especially back exercises.
Patellar tendinitis
Patellar tendinitis is one of the most common knee problems seen in runners. The patellar tendon is an important part of the structure of the legs, as it connects the kneecap to the shinbone.
So, to prevent this tendon from becoming inflamed, the running technique must be improved so that the impact on the knee is as little as possible. Overloading should also be avoided when training legs in the gym.
