Soreness After Exercise

ElphabaWeasley

So I have recently begun working out with a trainer because I am trying to get serious about changing my life. My big issue is every time I start a new program I get very, very sore. I know this is normal because I am using muscles I don't usually use, but it makes it very difficult for me to keep up with a program long-term. My question for you all is this: What is the best way to deal with this soreness and how long should I expect it to last? thank you for your input

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DancingMoosie

If you're too sore to continue after 2-3 days, you're probably doing too much too soon. Scale it back until soreness only lasts a few days, and isn't so bad that you can't workout anyway. I'm usually sore a day or two after lifting, but it doesn't keep me from doing my next workout.

ElphabaWeasley

This is day 2 after the workout. I have another scheduled tomorrow morning and I am afraid I won't be able to do it, then again a night's sleep does amazing things so I guess I will see. I appreciate ya'lls feedback. I haven't really been able to straighten my arms out at all and moving past a 90 degree angle at my elbows is agony. Yesterday was definitely worse though, so hopefully I can do what I need to do tomorrow.

Ciera247Zumba

Work on recovery strategies as well. Ensure you do an adequate warm up, including dynamic stretches. Post-workout be sure to stretch thoroughly, static stretches. As well as try foam rolling!!! Super helpful for recovery and reducing lactic acid build up. Drink a lot of water constantly too. I also stretch before sleep every day, relaxing and helps reduce soresness. Don't give up!

Misssynth

Foam roll, protein after your workout, warm baths/showers to relax your muscles, stretch and sleep well. Build this into your routine to manage DOMS. I love my foam roller, it hurts but in a really good way. If you're still feeling sore 3 or 4 days after, after doing your routine for a few weeks, you're doing too much and your muscles can't repair properly. Sometimes I do something new and have a tightness that last up to a week, gradually getting better. I just make sure to give that muscle a rest and work others until it's better.

Sweet_Heresy

I started lifting again and just finished the first week...I was sore the entire time. Lol. Foam roll, protein, all that good stuff. It'll go away after a couple days to a week.

stanmann571

Don't forget light-moderate full body cardio on recovery days. I personally prefer the elliptical to jogging or walking when I get DOMS.

kellyfeb78

I used to get very sore so on those days would cut back on how much intensity I was on, now I don't get sore where my body is used too it so find I'm increasing the intensity. Warm bath and extra protein helped me

rybo

Many trainers think they are doing good by making people sore so that it feels like they (the client) is getting a good workout. Sometimes it's unavoidable, but other times it can be overly done. Tell him you are sore and see if he can adjust your workout

ElphabaWeasley

Thank you so much for your advice guys! I really appreciate it!