Love it or hate it, exercise is something that we all know we have to commit to. We can choose not to of course, but the health implications that come with an inactive life aren’t worth thinking about. So, we learn to get on with the exercise forms we choose and try to love them. For some of us, it’s easier than for other.
But, there also comes a time (or a few of them!) in life where we can struggle. Some occasions and events in life cause us to step away from exercise for reasons beyond our control. When that happens, it can be difficult to get back into it all again, especially if you’re trying to recover.
When you’re working on your recovery, it can be hard to know where to start and how to help yourself heal. One of the best things to acknowledge is that recovery can come in many different forms, but the goal is always the same – to be able to use your mind and body together in a way that benefits your health! So, if you’ve been going through a form of recovery lately, use these tips on how exercise can help you to heal.
After A Baby
One of the ways that women always need to recover, with or without exercise, is after having a baby. Pregnancy and childbirth can take it toll on your body, but your recovery really can be as quick as you want it to be. Postpartum exercise can feel daunting at first, but the trick is to remember you can take it slow – you just grew a mini human after all!
If you’re an exercise fanatic, it can be tempting to pick right up where you left off, but it’s vital to remember that your body is in recovery, even if you do feel like yourself. On the other hand, if you’re new to exercise, you might be intimidated at the idea of starting out. But, you don’t have to be. As long as you be realistic with your goals, listen to what feels right and make sure you rest, exercise will aid your recovery in what seems like no time at all.
After An Accident
The world really can be a scary place. Even if we’re the most cautious we can be, we can still get into accidents. But, the best attitude to have is not to dwell on what happened but work on moving forwards instead. It can apply to so many different circumstances, but building up the use of your body is what matters in every single case.
If you were in an accident and had lost the use of some part of your body, your leg, for example, you may need to build up some muscle and regain the use of your muscular-skeletal functionality too. When that’s the case, you’re going to want to take it slow. You may be given a psychical therapy program or exercises to do, but it can also help to speak to a trained specialist in the area, as some alternative forms of exercise, like yoga, could help.
After Surgery
Regardless of the reason for it, some of us go through surgery at some point in our lives. Sometimes, the procedure could be minor or superficial, like laser eye surgery, and sometimes it can have a significant impact on our lives, like knee replacement surgery. In each case, you will need to establish your comfort zone when it comes to getting back into exercise.
It’s also important to listen to your surgeon. They will be able to advise you on expected recovery times, as well as what you can do to help your healing process. If they advise you not to exercise, it’s best to listen to them and stay safe, rather than sorry. But after time, you might be able to get your recovery program to get you back into exercise.
After A Breakup
Just because an issue isn’t physical, or we can’t see its effects, it doesn’t make it any easier to recover from. A broken heart can be just as painful to get over as any other ailment. When we’re feeling emotional and lost, it can be easy to get trapped in a vicious circle. Instead, you can use exercise to aid your recovery.
Not only does physical exercise, like running or dancing, give you endorphins, it also makes you have more energy and feel more positive. But, that’s not all, it can also clear your mind too. Yoga is an excellent way to find your inner peace and accept that the breakup has taken place. With exercise, you can be well and truly on the road to recover, a lot sooner than you thought.
