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Summer is the season of movement — hiking trails, long bike rides, golf outings, weekend yardwork, and early morning runs. It’s when people naturally become more active, and for good reason: the weather’s great, the days are longer, and there’s a sense of motivation in the air.
But with that uptick in activity comes one major risk — injury.
Here’s the thing: it’s not the activity itself that causes most injuries — it’s the fact that many people go from 0 to 100 too quickly. After a more sedentary winter and spring, people suddenly jump into intense activity without proper preparation.
Common examples:
The good news? These injuries are preventable — if you know what to look for.
Don’t treat your first run, hike, or gym session like a competition. Start with shorter durations and lower intensity — and build gradually over a few weeks. Your body will thank you.
Static stretching before activity isn’t enough. Instead, do a dynamic warm-up: think leg swings, hip openers, air squats, arm circles — movements that mimic your activity.
That little twinge in your low back or pinch in your shoulder? It’s your body whispering. If you ignore it, it’ll start screaming. Early care leads to faster recovery and fewer setbacks.
Summer heat leads to more sweat, fatigue, and muscle cramping. Drink plenty of water, prioritize sleep, and make time for recovery (foam rolling, walking, mobility work).
At Highland Spine + Sport, we offer movement assessments to identify hidden dysfunctions or mobility restrictions that could lead to injury. If we can catch it early, we can correct it — before it sidelines your summer.
At Highland Spine and Sport, we specialize in helping active individuals stay active. Through a combination of chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, rehab exercises, and dry needling, we don’t just treat pain — we help prevent it.
Summer’s too short to spend it injured.