Load Management Explained
Excerpt
One of the most overlooked aspects of injury prevention is managing how much stress your body experiences.
Content
Load management refers to balancing physical activity with adequate recovery.
Whether you're an athlete, recreational runner, or active adult, your body needs time to adapt to increasing demands.
Common load management mistakes include:
Increasing training too quickly
Ignoring fatigue
Skipping recovery
Continuing through pain
Good load management helps reduce injury risk while supporting long-term performance.
Simple strategies include:
Gradually increasing activity
Monitoring soreness
Prioritizing sleep
Maintaining consistency
Conclusion
Injury prevention is often less about doing more and more about managing training intelligently.
