Proper Form is the Key to Fitness Success
November 7, 2011So you finally found the motivation to go to the gym, and you are trying to make it a consistent routine. I know how difficult it can be to get to that point and how easy it is to let go of a good workout routine. That is why it is extremely important to get the most out of your workout by using correct form. When you do your exercises the correct way, you’ll prevent injuries that will keep you from working out, you’ll use your time more efficiently, and you’ll be exercising the muscles you want to exercise. Keep your motivation alive by using the correct form to get the body you desire.
Prevents injuries — Our Pilates instructor, Jennifer Rodrigues, had this to say about injury prevention, “The correct form, when engaging in any form of exercise, is key to keeping the body from sustaining an injury. Lower back injury is the most typical injury seen when exercising, next is an injury of the knee. Both can be prevented by practicing correct form and posture, not just during physical activities, but also with acts of daily living.”
“That’s why Pilates is such a great tool for prevention of injury; you learn correct posture, body awareness, and strengthen the muscles that support the major joints in the body. These are all attributes that promote correct form when exercising. It’s a perfect circle.”
Use time efficiently — According to crossfit-ac.com, if we are not using correct form when we exercise we are wasting time. We aren’t focusing on the muscles that need to be worked on and therefore we receive fewer benefits from our workout. No one wants to go to the gym and spend more time than they have to because they are doing the exercise wrong.
Use the right muscles — In addition to taking longer to achieve your desired results; it’s possible that you might not reach them. Like mentioned earlier, performing an exercise without using the proper form can cause you to workout muscles that you aren’t focusing on. This can create an off balance appearance. It will also cause you to get frustrated when you don’t see the results you are expecting to see.
Don’t underestimate the importance of a proper workout routine. It can be hard to stay motivated when you aren’t getting the results you want in a reasonable amount of time. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your workout, sign up for Pilates: Form Study with Jennifer Rodrigues. She’ll show you the best way to get fit quickly, safely, and efficiently. For more information visit ColumbusState.edu/CE or call 706.507.8070.
-Kindra Hunter
CrossFit Athletic Center. “The Importance Of Proper Form When Exercising – CrossFit AC.” CrossFitAC,CrossFit WOD, Auburn, MA, Massachusetts, Crossfit Group Training. 08 Apr. 2011. Web. 31 Oct. 2011. <http://crossfit-ac.com/2011/04/the-importance-of-proper-form-when-exercising/>.
