Muscle soreness after you work out
Posted by: buffy
22nd Mar 2012 03:57pm
Tips on how to prevent and recover from muscle soreness!
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Anonymous
NO PAIN = NO GAIN
Anonymous
NO PAIN = NO GAIN
Kessa1959
It depends on the type of pain. If it's a muscular pain it's okay as you have probably just used a different set of muscles than usual or pushed a bit harder. I find that for a couple of days after a new exercise regime I am stiff otherwise I may be sore during some stretches but it settles down within an hour or so of the work out.
jester123
You shouldn't be in pain but muscle soreness is fine. There's a difference.
hoppy55555
Yes you are very right . I have been on prescription pain tablets for over 25 years .After 2 ruptured lungs and over 200 breaks in my bones . Every person met in the gym have explained that they have all improved . I can tell you that I am even back to part time work .Please see a doctor if you have any concerns about your health .I have found that I am better for going and say to everybody to only do what you can do .
Anonymous
Don't be afraid to push yourself at the Gym but know your limits. Everyone has their own threshold, and the only gain you can get is to push the boundaries of yours. In retrospect when you push your limits, you extend them as well.
In most cases, experiencing pain is natural when you reach your threshold. Knowing when to stop, and how to properly worm up and cool down your body can prevent injury.
Its ultimately up to you to decide your limits, but remember that working out is a very important and natural process of everyone's lives, don't be afraid of it.
Miss_jd
If its muscle pain then it's a great excuses for a massage after your workout
Anonymous
it may be DOMS
Anonymous
Hello Buffy,
The muscular ache or pain after a workout can kick in within hours, or over-night and can last up to 48 hours. This is called DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), and is completely normal. The best way to prevent this from happening every time you work out, is to work out regularly, 4-5 times a week. Also, stretching out the muscles you have used after a workout will ease the ache!
hrdwrk2008
Try drinking a protein supplement drink afterwards
Building new tissue is exactly what its for, fast recovery.
I train in kung fu for over 35 years. I use traditional dita jow or "hit & fall" medicine for trauma and conditioning injuries. years of using it has let me become quite resilient to say the least.
I train every day so as long as the pain i endure each lesson allows me to train the next day then that's fine. Carrying some pain is expected.
Pain has many levels friend, they all are managed differently.
buffy
Yes I agree, no pain no gain.I have personal training session twice a week for 40 mins.After I feel great the next I feel my whole body hurts,THE work I love but pain the next day!!!.
hoppy55555
Thank you for your reply . As you realise that people have there own levels that they can do . After I was in hospital for over 14 months , it makes me more than just want to survive .
hoppy55555
Very true.We are given a short time to use our body.We all need to respect them for our bodies,to last .
Justcindy
i am a pt and sports science graduate. im telling you, the majority of things work the same for most! however, we all begin at diff stages therefor we firstly need to slowly condition our bodies befor reaching certain levels. everyone can do sit ups, we just need to work up to it. thats all. alot try to xpect everyone to handle the same routins straight up. no can do
hoppy55555
Have you ever thought of what you may be doing ,to yourself.After being run over on my motorcycle.Lots of broken bones.I also have a trainer.He has my belief that is,to do a workout at a slow pace.Which your body can transform.
hoppy55555
I was hurt bad in a road accident.The only main reason that I am still alive.Is the gym.It is said that no pain no gain.That is nothing but a an untruth.To workout at the gym is good for most people.There is only good in being healthy.To feel better is better than not feeling well.
kiara.lee
The best thing is to ease yourself back into training slowly. I'm very guilty of skipping gym for a while because of excuses that seem credible at the time and I try and train by old routine on my first day back... I am often sore for days and it really puts me off going again (I know...) but you have to be very aware of your limitations and fitness level. If you're a little sore the next day or two, awesome! But if you are in serious pain for almost a weak, take it easy
hoppy55555
Thank you,you realize that people are not all the same.
Anonymous
I agree, gym is good for most people and do not need feel pain after work out, just choose what work the best way for you.
Alex S
Depends on the kind of pain. If it's muscular you earned it & can be proud of it. If it's in your chest you should be worried!
hoppy55555
What happens if your chest is always in pain.If your lungs are ruptured by accident.
Anu
No gain without pain :)
hoppy55555
After I woke from a 10 month coma . My motorcycle had been run over by a car running a stop sign . Had 242 breaks in my bones . The physios had all said that that saying is wrong .If you want to improve your body , take all the time your body needs .I have been going to the gym now for years . Now when I do not go for more than 2 days . Then I hurt more . Every person has to choose how they want to live . If you want to be happier , do what is best for you .