You’re Putting in the Work, But Are You Setting Yourself Up for Pain?
- Rebecca Krawczuk
- Mar 27
- 2 min read
You’re showing up, pushing through, and getting stronger every week. But then… a nagging ache starts creeping in. Maybe it’s your lower back, knees, or shoulders. You brush it off, hoping it’ll go away, until it gets worse. Sound familiar?
The truth is, working hard isn’t enough, you need to work smart. 💡 If you’re not taking care of your body properly, you’re increasing your risk of injury and slowing down your progress.
How to Stay Injury Free While Making Real Progress
Want to train smarter, not just harder? Here’s how to keep injuries away and feel your best:
✅ Listen to Your Body – Challenge yourself, but never ignore pain. Discomfort is normal, but sharp pain is your body waving a red flag! 🚩
✅ Release Tight Muscles – Tight muscles = weak muscles. Use a foam roller or even a tennis ball (or your cat’s toy ball—trust me, it works! 😂) to loosen tension and improve mobility. If you sit a lot, focus on releasing your hip flexors and glutes to prevent lower back pain.
✅ Activate the Right Muscles – Want strong, pain-free movement? Make sure the right muscles are switched on before you train. Heading into leg day? Glute activation is a must!
✅ Get Expert Guidance – Even small technique mistakes can lead to big injuries over time. Personal training or small group fitness can help fine-tune your form so you train effectively and pain-free.
Train Smarter, Feel Stronger, Stay Pain Free!
If you’ve ever pushed through pain and regretted it later, it’s time to train smarter. At Feel Your Best Fitness, we help you move better, recover faster, and feel stronger without unnecessary aches and pains.
Ready to train pain free? CLICK HERE to book a session through our website today and let’s get started! 💪

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