Exercise Ball Use: Contraindications, Precautions, and Safety Guidelines
Individuals with acute spinal injuries, severe back pain, recent surgery, severe balance disorders, uncontrolled neurological conditions, or certain o...
By Alex
Category: Exercise Safety
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Bench Pressing Solo: Risks, Safety Strategies, and Alternatives
Bench pressing solo, especially with a barbell and maximal loads, carries significant inherent risks, but it can be done more safely for sub-maximal t...
By Jordan
Headstand (Sirsasana): Understanding Its Risks, Side Effects, and Contraindications
Headstand (Sirsasana) carries significant risks, primarily due to direct load on the cervical spine and altered blood flow, potentially leading to mus...
By Jordan
Yoga Vertigo: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Safe Practice
Yoga vertigo refers to the sensation of spinning, dizziness, or loss of balance experienced during or immediately after a yoga practice, often trigger...
By Hart
Exercise and Pain: When to Push Through, When to Stop, and Why
It is generally not advisable to exercise through pain, especially if it is sharp, persistent, or worsening; however, differentiating between benign m...
By Alex
Gym Fatalities: Cardiovascular Events, Other Medical Conditions, Accidents, and Prevention
The vast majority of deaths in a gym are due to sudden cardiovascular events, primarily in individuals with undiagnosed or poorly managed pre-existing...
By Alex
Running in Extreme Temperatures: Risks, Safety Guidelines, and When to Avoid
Runners should exercise extreme caution or avoid running when the Heat Index exceeds 90°F (32°C) or when the Wind Chill drops below -15°F (-26°C) ...
By Alex
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training: Absolute Contraindications and Safety Precautions
Absolute contraindications for Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training are specific medical conditions, such as VTE/DVT, active cancer, severe hypertens...
By Alex
Exercising in Heat: When It's Too Hot, Risks, and Safety Strategies
While there's no universal 'too hot' temperature, training can become unsafe above a Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) of 82°F (28°C) for intense ac...
By Hart
