No Pain - No Gain - No Really?

Have you ever woke up with a workout hang-over?  You know that sore feeling that usually settles in 24-hours after you busted your butt doing squats on leg day or you can’t lift your arms above your head because you did far too many push-ups? 

No pain, no gain – right?

Muscle soreness is a good indicator that you are pushing yourself in your workouts, which is a good thing.

Just be careful not to overdo it. When you are starting a new workout program, make sure you start off slowly and build your levels slowly.  And always warm up and cool down. 

And if you are still sore, try these tips:

·         Stretching.  Stretch your muscles a little more after your workout, stretch inbetween!

·         Foam Rollers.  Have you seen these things, it’s like a big swim noodle for your muscles!

·         Epsom salts. Throw a little lavender and mint in it and soak your muscles.

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Don’t quit if you are sore, it is important to continue your exercise program.  As your muscles become more accustom to the workout, you will feel less sore.