In most of the exercises, the leg plays an important role. If you have a leg fracture and you are recovering from it, then to get back on your fitness level will become very difficult. If at all you are recovering from a leg fracture, you still have few options left to do different exercises and retain the fitness level. Here we have a look at different tips and tricks to get back on your fitness level quickly while recovering from a leg fracture.
You can maintain fitness levels if you have to cut your schedule of exercise. The exercise percentage can be decreased. Also, one thing you should keep in your mind to get approval and recommendations from your treating physician. Follow their recommendations about when to resume exercise, how much, and what type of exercise is best. Training through injury is possible. Important thing is to maintain the appropriate attitude and remain active until the injury is healed.
Easy tips and tricks are as follows:
All kinds of pranayama can be performed, which are in a chair sitting position. While sitting on a chair you can stretch your body fully. All upper body as well as shoulder and hands can be stretched. Even movement of a leg which is not fractured can be done. You can try using a rowing machine and stationary bike by using one leg. Swimming is also a good option with proper care. With the doctor’s permission, you can do non-weight bearing cardio exercises on alternate days. Circuit training is also a good option for exercising through injury.
You can perform circuit workout on alternate days of the week. Circuit exercise can be for one minute for one part and little rest in between. Also, you can complete the entire circuit three to four times. Using the upper body cycle is an option. Overall, all kinds of pranayama, stretching on the chair as well as a few exercises where the fractured leg isn’t involved can be performed.