If you’re a regular at the gym chances are you’ve experienced the dread of neck pain after a workout. Whether it’s from lifting weights or running on the treadmill, a sore neck can be an unwelcome companion for days after your workout. But why does my neck hurt after a workout? Let’s chat about it!
The culprit could be Poor Posture and Pore Flexibility. When you slouch during your workout, your muscles are doing more work than need be, resulting in strain and pain. Slouching can also hinder your breathing which makes it harder for your body to get oxygen to your muscles which can also lead to fatigue and stiffness. So how do we fix this? Make sure that when you’re working out, you’re using proper technique and incorporate flexibility training into your routine. Flexibility helps improve range of motion in the shoulders and neck area which will reduce tension in those areas. If you are question where to start with correcting your form or improving your flexibility the personal trainers at both of our locations in Overland Park and Leawood would love to help guide you during your workouts.
The second culprit could be Poor Fit Equipment. Your equipment might not be fitted properly for you – if it's too large or too small, it can cause neck strain while using them. Make sure that the weight bench is the right size for you and that the weights fit comfortably in your hand so there's no extra stress on any part of your body while using them. Once again our fitness trainers would love to teach you how to utilize your personal workout equipment or our gym equipment to ensure you are performing each exercise properly.
All in all, there are several reasons why workout-related neck pain may occur - but they all boil down to one thing: taking care of yourself! Make sure that you take proper precautions before exercising (i.e., warming up!), maintain good form during exercise, use properly fitted equipment, stretch regularly, and cool down after each session to minimize risk of injury or strain. With these tips in mind, soon enough you won't have to worry about post-workout woe anymore! Happy sweating!
