Exercise-Related Injuries and Exhaustion
Overview
To maintain physical health, it’s important to follow a fitness plan that is both safe and balanced. Without exercising caution, fitness participants can experience exercise-related injuries and exhaustion.
To decrease the likelihood of injury, follow a diversified fitness routine that includes cardiovascular exercise, strength training and flexibility. Exercising in a hot environment can lead to heat exhaustion. Beware of the causes, risk factors and symptoms of heat exhaustion before exercising in a hot climate. Maintaining proper hydration will help prevent both injury and exhaustion.
Health care professionals are trained to address specific questions or concerns about exercise-related injuries and exhaustion.
