Photo from Unsplash
Originally Posted On: https://www.iwantapersonaltrainer.co.uk/why-having-a-personal-trainer-can-work-for-pain-management/
Why having a personal trainer can work for pain management
Many people suffer from chronic pain and it often has many adverse effects beyond being unable to do the things you used to. Inactivity and not exercising on a regular basis can lead to weakened muscles, poor mental health and may also cause you to gain weight.
While exercise might seem like the last thing you want to do if you are suffering from regular pain, activity can actually benefit you.
In this month’s blog, I’m going to explore how exercise can be useful for pain management and how a personal trainer can help.
How does exercise help with pain management?
Exercise has been shown to help manage chronic pain and it plays an important role in pain management.
Swimming, walking, and using an exercise bike are all good forms of exercise that can assist in reducing the severity of pain. Doing these on a regular basis – even on the days when you don’t feel up to it – can really help to reduce your symptoms.
Regular exercise and keeping your body moving will help reduce other effects of inactivity such as weight gain, stiffness, and issues sleeping.
How can a personal trainer help?
So, how can a personal trainer help with all this?
Working with a PT is great for injury recovery and trying to get back into a regular fitness routine, but we can also help with chronic pain management.
Creating a targeted exercise plan is one major benefit. A personal trainer will work around your limitations and ensure that you have an individual plan to get the most out of your workout.
Having an expert on hand is crucial to ensure that you don’t overdo it and having someone guide you through a tailored exercise program will help you to see better results. This will allow you to keep active and work towards reducing pain levels in a safe environment.
I always think that motivation plays a key role in maintaining regular exercise. If you are simply going at it yourself, it can be incredibly easy to just drop off on days when you don’t feel like being active. Providing motivation and encouragement is another huge benefit of using a PT.
I don’t mean someone standing beside you shouting instructions, but rather having a personal trainer there to encourage you to keep going and celebrating your successes while putting any setbacks into context.
Managing your pain with a personal trainer
There is a lot of evidence that highlights the benefits of regular activity to help reduce symptoms of chronic pain and aid with overall pain management.
The side effects of being inactive can also have a negative impact on your life. This isn’t just physical effects (weight gain, stiffness, and reduced mobility) but inactivity can result in poor mental health too.
If you are suffering from chronic pain, using a personal trainer can help you to work towards a more active life and have a positive impact on both your physical and mental health.
