Tag: pain avoidance behavior

When does excessive exercise become pain avoidance behavior?

When does excessive exercise become pain avoidance behavior? Do you exercise constantly to avoid being stiff or in pain all the time? Do you need the daily exercises your therapist gave you months or years ago just to function during the day? Do you believe Yoga is the answer to staying functional or that Pilates 2-3 times per week is what is needed just to feel good? Do your daily runs help you feel better and avoid pain? Are you practicing pain avoidance through exercise without realizing it? How can you tell if your exercise habits are used to avoid Read More »