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They're what all footballers dread the most. Injuries. Despite serious and intense pre-season preparation, they're sometimes unavoidable. They hit you all of a sudden, out of nowhere. They're almost inevitable.
But it's often easier said than done, because you've already started asking yourself questions like:
You need to avoid these types of questions. Put them to the back of your mind and focus on the present. Because your emotions and your subconscious take over quickly, almost brainwashing us into a state of denial.
When your manager, teammates, colleagues or your missus at home ask about it, you tend to play it down, saying: "No it's not serious don't worry, it'll be OK by tomorrow..." And the worst thing is you start to believe it, convincing yourself it's true.
Attend a physiotherapy session instead of 5-a-side or go window shopping with the missus instead of that weekend derby. It's not easy and things will change in your absence. You just need to know how to make the most of your time out of the game.
The smell of blood has awakened your player's instinct. "Yes, it's over, I've beaten my injury!" Monumental mistake. Because an injury knows how to go unnoticed, hiding in the shadow so it can come back stronger.
So the last tip is to never, ever start playing again too early and with too much intensity. Try to silence that footballer's voice whispering to you: "You've got a match this weekend, you'll be fine."
Be reasonable, take it gently, join in with a few football games, play a little casual match at lunchtime with your colleagues.
This is the only way you'll beat your injury and safely get back to your peak. And believe me, it's worth it!
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