Gyms are closed and the summer sun is beating down on all of us.

That means you’ve most likely moved your workout indoors at home.

Have you’ve taken some time off from exercising during the pandemic, but you’re ready to jump back into an exercise routine?

Or maybe you’re just starting an exercise routine to shed those pandemic pounds?

You could even be an experienced fitness junkie.

All 3 groups still need to be mindful of strategies to prevent injury while you work out at home.

Real Simple Magazine recently featured Dr. Mimi in their article: 

“10 Must-Follow Strategies for Preventing Injuries While Working Out at Home.”

It’s an important topic because just because you’re working out at home doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider your safety.

“Whether you’re new to exercise or have been exercising for years, injury is always a possibility.”

Prevent Injury While You Work Out At Home: Know Your Fitness Level

Choose a work out that’s appropriate for your fitness level. Even if you’re working out at home, if you push yourself too hard with a class your body isn’t ready for, you dramatically increase your risk for injury.

Prevent Injury While You Work Out At Home: Know Your Surroundings

Let’s face it. When you’re working out at the gym, you have enough room to do those walking lunges, and you don’t have to navigate around a high-energy puppy or a barely-walking toddler. Give yourself ample space—personal and physical—to work out safely.

Prevent Injury While You Work Out At Home: Know Your Body

Your feet take a beating, even during at-home workouts. One of the best ways to take care of your whole body is to put your feet first. Are your shoes worn to shreds? Get new ones ASAP, and choose shoes that are made for the type of workout you’re doing!

Dr. Mimi talked about so much more in this article. If you’re ready take your at-home workouts to a new level SAFELY,  read the full article here!