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Maintaining fluid hydration, wearing the correct shoes for jogging and walking exercises and taking adequate breaks between training sessions will help you to exercise safely and prevent injuries.

Try our health quiz and find out how to exercise safely. Maintaining fluid hydration, wearing the right shoes for jogging and walking and taking adequate breaks will help you exercise safely and prevent injuries.

1. What is the first symptom of dehydration?




2. How much fluid does the average athlete lose during each hour of exercise?




3. What is the best way to prevent dehydration when playing sport or exercising?




4. Is it possible to drink too much water when exercising?




5. Running, jogging or even walking on hard surfaces can cause injuries to joints, bones and muscles. What is the most important thing you can do to reduce the risk of injury?




6. When is it all right to let your dog off its leash?




7. How many recovery days should you have during any given week?




8. How important is well-maintained equipment in preventing injuries?




9. What’s the best way to treat a soft tissue injury, such as a sprain?




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Score 0 to 2:
You’re probably on first-name terms with the staff at your local emergency department. It’s in your best interests to find out more about exercise safety by talking to your coach, sports trainer, physiotherapist or registered fitness instructor.

Score 3 to 5:
You have a basic understanding of exercise safety, but the gaps in your knowledge could injure you. Reduce your risk by brushing up on your incorrect answers.

Score 6 to 8: You show a good general knowledge of exercise safety issues. See your physiotherapist or fitness instructor for further suggestions on how to reduce your risk of sports-related injuries.

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Last reviewed: March 2011

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Maintaining fluid hydration, wearing the correct shoes for jogging and walking exercises and taking adequate breaks between training sessions will help you to exercise safely and prevent injuries.

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