1. Don’t overdo social sports

We probably all know someone that came off second best during backyard cricket or park soccer once upon a time. It is important to know your limits. If you haven’t bowled a cricket ball since the last festive period, it’s fair to say you aren’t Brett Lee. Make sure to enjoy yourself but take it lightly. It is called social sport and not competitive sport for a reason.

2. Don’t get stuck on the couch

We understand, it has been a roller coaster year! Most people are fatigued, tired and deserve a break.. But sitting on the couch for extended periods won’t do your body any favours. If you plan on watching some sports or netflix this festive period, we advise you to lie down on the couch instead. This will take some load off your neck and back, and be sure to get up every hour for a quick walk where possible.

3. Take rests while driving

Are you travelling up or down the coast this year? It’s a great time to get away but remember to take breaks during your travels. Symptoms of prolonged sitting may include tightness in your hips, back and neck. To avoid getting body aches, try to stop at least every 2 hours for a break. This is great to allow your muscles to stretch, blood to flow and your brain to rest. Due to this time of the year being the busiest on the roads it is important to stay alert and safe.

4. Take some spare shoes for the dance floor

Have you got a work party coming up or a gathering with family and friends? There is a chance there will be a dance floor, and this is a chance you may injure yourself. We see an increased incidence of rolled ankles at this time of the year (mainly due to dancing in heels) in the clinic.
We know they look great but it may be worth rethinking your shoe wear when dancing. Otherwise consider some simpler dance moves.

5. Keep up some physical activity

This time of the year is to rest and recover, but it’s wise to keep some sort of physical activity. If you go multiple weeks without exercise your body will get a shock when you start to ramp your exercise up again.
Detraining is where your body gives up the gains you have made and applies to muscular  and cardiovascular fitness. Don’t give up all of your gains this year!

We wish everyone a safe festive period and we are excited to see you in the new year!

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