Physical Imbalance Corrective Fitness
What Are Some Examples Of Physical Imbalance?
Training with improper loads and techniques leads to muscle imbalance, which leads to poor posture and pain. Many runners have strong outer thighs, but no inner thigh or pelvic strength. This imbalance causes knee and lower back pain.
What Are The Causes Of Physical Imbalances?
Physical imbalances are often caused by life itself. We sit all day at work, in our cars, and at home. Our chest and neck get tight, our upper back and core get loose and weak, and before long we have pain and dysfunction. Untreated, this imbalance gets worse and can lead to a severe injury.
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What Can Be Done To Correct Physical Imbalances?
Physical Imbalances are often easily corrected with proper training and therapy. Weak muscles (pelvis, inner thigh, hips) need to be strengthened, while tight muscles need help relaxing. The right combination of strengthening and flexibility, combined with manual therapy/massage, can correct imbalances and reduce pain.
In Conclusion
Above all, your training protocol must allow proper time for recovery and healing, rather than just pounding your tissue with hard workouts. To improve strength and functional mobility, your tissue needs the right loading, nutrition, and plenty of recovery. This is especially true as we age; workouts designed for a 25 year-old are not appropriate for all ages. The right trainer/therapist can keep your workouts safe, fun, and efficient so that the process is enjoyable and productive.
