Prehab

What is Prehab?

Prehab, short for prehabilitation, is a proactive approach to preventing injuries and improving performance. In the context of fitness, prehabilitation is the practice of undertaking exercises or treatment to prevent injuries before they happen. Essentially, it's like preventative maintenance for your body.

How Does Prehab Work?

In most cases, prehab includes a variety of exercises aimed at improving mobility, flexibility, and stability, as well as reducing imbalances and weakness within the body. By targeting these areas of potential weakness and correcting them, the body is better prepared to cope with the demands of training, competition, or daily life.

Examples of Prehab Exercises

• Shoulder blade squeezes
• Clamshells
• Bridges
• Single leg deadlifts
• Rotator cuff strengthening exercises

Synonyms and Related Terms

Prehabilitation may also be referred to as 'prehab' or 'pre-rehabilitation.' It is related to other fitness terms, including rehabilitation, injury prevention, and corrective exercise.