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Get a gym buddy to avoid injuries

May 21, 2021
July 4, 2024

A gym buddy can help you reach fitness goals quicker and prevent workout injuries.

Get a gym buddy to avoid injuries

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We all could do with a buddy at times, even more so at the gym! Yes, that is right. A gym buddy can help you achieve your fitness and body goals faster than flying solo. They can also help you prevent injuries.

Up The Fun Factor‍

A workout is a serious business, but it doesn't mean you can't have fun, right? After all, a little fun goes a long way in making ANYTHING more bearable – especially that last set of dumbbell rows. Having someone around (we are social creatures) can help us laugh off the strain and aches during and after the gym session. Have a healthy competition between the two of you. It's fun!

Motivate And Elevate

A true buddy is there during the good and challenging times. When you're hitting the weights and treadmills, it can be discouraging when you hit a plateau. But that brick wall can be smashed! Having or being a workout buddy means motivating each other to break that barrier and go one further, albeit safely. Words of encouragement can do wonders in elevating both your capabilities to scale new heights.

Nothing Blue, Just Something New

Working out alone can be a drag. Time seems to tick agonisingly slowly, and your routine becomes boring. With a workout buddy, you can change it up… a lot! Add some new routines and help each other find ways to keep the workout interesting. Do some 2-person fitness drills, and before you know it, you're done and can't wait for the next one!

Get a gym buddy to avoid injuries

Workout Injury Prevention‍

So, how do all of the above equate to helping you achieve your goal faster? 

Well, if there's someone to ensure you're doing it right, to inspire and perspire together, and to help create a more fun environment, you will see results sooner than you initially expected! It extends beyond the gym - both of you could watch out for each other to prevent workout injuries. 

At one time, many of us pushed it a little too much, which resulted in less time to work out and more time spent recovering. A gym buddy can help check your posture and technique to ensure you're doing it right, safe, and equally important. It will save you a lot of preventable sports injuries.

Take weightlifting for an example. Weightlifting is rapidly gaining popularity as a workout in Singapore, and unfortunately, so are weightlifting-related injuries! According to a study, 2.6 injuries are associated with weightlifting for every 1000 hours of activity [1].

Weightlifting is a discipline that goes beyond sheer strength. It's about maintaining a delicate balance between form, load, and, yes, even ego! Understanding and respecting these factors can significantly reduce your risk of injury, putting you in control of your fitness journey.

Applying excessive tension on a specific muscle or tendon, whether in a single instance or over time, can lead to serious injury. Incorrect tension application can strain the back, rotator cuff, and biceps, potentially causing significant harm. Your gym buddy could help watch out for the wrong techniques applied to avoid a bad muscle tear!


Disclaimer: The information provided herein is intended solely for educational purposes.This article is not intended to serve as medical advice or consultation. The content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice, or treatment. Individuals should seek the advice of their physician or other qualified health providers with any questions they may have regarding a medical condition. 

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