Summer Swimming
Eike Prehn
11/12/2024
Swim all summer long
Summer is here, and that means swimming season is has arrived! Swimming is a unique and full-body workout that engages both the upper and lower body while providing cardiovascular benefits in a non-weightbearing environment.
However, like many sports, swimming comes with its risks. Most swimming injuries are overuse injuries and are often related to biomechanics. Common issues include stiff upper back, tight chest and internally rotated shoulders.
Incorporating a proper stretching and strengthening routine can help prevent injuries and ensure you make the most of your time in the pool!
Here are a few stretches that might help your stay on top of your game.
Need more? Book in for an assessment and specific strengthening and stretching routine tailoured to your needs.
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References for those wanting more:
Risk Factors Associated With Shoulder Pain and Disability Across the Lifespan of Competitive Swimmers
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3418126/
Wanivenhaus F, Fox AJ, Chaudhury S, Rodeo SA. Epidemiology of injuries and prevention strategies in competitive swimmers. Sports health. 2012 May;4(3):246-51
Knobloch K, Yoon U, Kraemer R, Vogt PM. 200-400 m breaststroke event dominate among knee overuse injuries in elite swimming athletes. Sportverletzung Sportschaden: Organ der Gesellschaft fur Orthopadisch-Traumatologische Sportmedizin.
