Getting Back in Shape Safely After COVID
Expert Tips for Avoiding Injuries and Building Fitness Post-Pandemic
On this episode of Spotlight with Dawn Sessler, Dr. Heather Moore, physical therapist and owner of Total Performance Physical Therapy, shares practical advice for safely returning to exercise after COVID. Whether you had COVID or not, Dr. Moore discusses how decreased lung capacity and overexertion can lead to injuries, offering tips on starting with lower-intensity workouts and listening to your body. She also touches on considerations after receiving the COVID vaccine and the importance of consulting with healthcare professionals like physical therapists to ensure a smooth and injury-free fitness journey.