The Effectiveness Of Kinesiotherapy In Managing The Risk Of Muscle Injuries In Bodybuilders

Bodybuilding, as a sports discipline, involves a rigorous training regimen primarily focused on developing muscle hypertrophy and maximal strength. Practiced at both recreational and competitive levels, bodybuilding entails systematic and progressive loading of the musculoskeletal system, resulting in significant biomechanical stress on muscle groups, joints, and myofibrillar units involved (Zemper, 2005). Repeated stress, particularly in the absence of appropriate recovery strategies, increases susceptibility to muscle injuries, which can range from mild muscle strains to partial or complete muscle fiber tears (Orchard & Best, 2002). Muscle injuries not only affect immediate athletic performance but can also significantly impact the continuity of training, functional balance, and, in severe cases, compromise the athlete’s long-term ability to compete at a high level (Järvinen et al., 2005). Consequently, preventing these dysfunctions has become a strategic priority in modern sports performance management (Ekstrand et al., 2011).