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Movement Monday: Stretches for avoiding gym injuries

Pre and post workouts for the New Year Tyler from Stretch Zone shares stretches to avoid injuries in the gym

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - If your resolution for 2024 is to get back into the gym, take notes. While activity in the gym may be great for your body, failing to stretch before and after a workout can be harmful. Luckily, Stretch Zone has some stretches to help avoid injuries!

Most common gym injuries seen by Stretch Zone:

- Back pain or Strain

- Pulling the Hamstring or the Groin

- Rotator Cuff Tears

Pre and post-workout stretches that risk of injury:

Pre-workout stretches:

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-Arm Swings

- Lunges (forward and lateral)

Post-workout stretches:

- Chest opener

- Seated Spinal Twist

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