To much to fast?

Breakingupwithfatty

Im overweight, middle aged and haven't worked out in over 10 years. My husband who used to be a gym junkie back in the day helped me workout my legs. I think he made me do to much to fast. It's been 3 days since the workout and i physically can't move my legs. It's not about the pain( which i have ) but i can't walk, i can't stand or even sit. I have to have my kids move my legs for me when i change positions and i've been taking meds around the clock. I know leg day sucks, but i physically can't move, and my husband insists we do the same workout again today. I dont see how considering i cant pick up my legs. So, should i workout or rest my legs longer?

JeromeBarry1

You should not workout a muscle group that is still sore from a previous workout.
Stressing the muscles damages them. They need to be repaired. You should have been eating plenty of protein and drinking plenty of water in order to repair your muscles. The idea is that you repair your muscles and grow them. Were you consuming plenty of protein these past few days?

kimny72

Yes, you did too much. You should not be in pain and unable to move correctly 3 days after a workout.

I would strongly suggest you thank your husband for being so sweet and wanting to help, but this is something you feel the need to figure out on your own. Then find a beginner program to follow or see if the gym offers a personal trainer.

Just because he used to be a gym junkie doesn't mean he knows how how to train someone, and he could end up injuring you.

MamboRumba

You are right. Too much. I feel for yah! I get the same.

Is it soreness or pain?

Have you try Ben-Gay?

I also get horrible soreness, but Ben Gay makes it manageable......to where I can do my next workout.
They sell Unscented. Leave it on the skin for a while to absorb before putting on leggings. Numbs inner thighs and buttocks area nicely.

This will probably take a week to go away and it is normal. Go slow because now you know that overdoing will only bring great pain and missed workouts.

Stretch! Before & After.
Epsom Salt soaks.
Lots of water.

Even if you cannot lift weights/do toning exercises while waiting for this extreme soreness to go away.

Don’t lose your momentum.

Go for 1-3 miles walks instead. Keep going!

lporter229

Drink lots of water and, even though it hurts, try to move as much as possible. Take short walks and do some dynamic stretching. That will help with the soreness. And, I agree, do not work these muscles hard until they are no longer sore, and then, take it a little easier. Some soreness is to be expected after a hard lifting session, but it does sound like you may have overdone it.

Cherimoose

Never start with a body part day like leg day, ever. Start with a full body workout, doing only 1-2 sets per body part. Then add a set per body part the 2nd workout, etc.

Try to keep moving, even if it's just extending & flexing your knee & hip in bed. Staying immobile seems to increase soreness for a lot of people.
Don't take NSAIDs. If you're drinking a lot of fluids but your urine is dark, go to an urgent care clinic.

LyndaBSS

Common sense should tell you not to do that workout again, never mind doing it today. Sounds like you might want to have a conversation with your husband if he can't see the state you're in.

Agree with above to drink more water.

Feel better soon.

RunsWithBees

What does your body (not anyone else) tell you to do? If you literally cannot move your legs then how in the world does he expect you to repeat the workout?!! Use common sense and don’t injure yourself! When I was obese and sedentary I couldn’t walk around the block or up a flight of stairs without being out of breath. I started with simple walking, slowly and gradually increasing the distance/speed. As my fitness improved I was able to do more and more. Now I run up and down hills and mountains whenever I want... but I couldn’t imagine doing that at the very beginning of my fitness journey, I would have been in a lot of pain! Take it easy. Start slow. Injuries can set you back and be incredibly frustrating! Remember, you don’t need to exercise to lose weight, that depends on eating less

elisa123gal

sounds like you hurt yourself..listen to your body..and maybe get an objective fitness instructor to give you a sensible routine to ease you into working out so you don't burn out or get injured.

nutmegoreo

Seems odd that hubby would try to make you workout again if you are unable to walk three days later. How does he expect that to happen? If my workout incapacitated me for 3+ days, I'd be seeking medical attention. I've had DOMS that made it uncomfortable to walk for about 5 days, but I could move. Maybe look at getting a professional trainer, once you are feeling better, and ease into it a bit.

snickerscharlie

Assuming that what you've shared with us is straight-up and not embellished, please listen to your body, not your husband. As well-intentioned as he may be, he clearly has no idea as to what's in *your* best interests.

Yes, some soreness and discomfort is normal, and it can be helpful to gently work through it after an adequate period of rest. What you describe, however, is way beyond that.

Please don't let him bully or shame you into doing more damage to yourself. The fact that he started you with 'leg day' instead of a gentle overall body workout shows that he really doesn't have a single clue what he's doing.

Please take care of yourself.

snickerscharlie

Cherimoose wrote: »

Never start with a body part day like leg day, ever. Start with a full body workout, doing only 1-2 sets per body part. Then add a set per body part the 2nd workout, etc.

Try to keep moving, even if it's just extending & flexing your knee & hip in bed. Staying immobile seems to increase soreness for a lot of people.
Don't take NSAIDs. If you're drinking a lot of fluids but your urine is dark, go to an urgent care clinic.

Why?

MikePTY

Sometimes husbands do not make the best gym buddies. My wife and I both workout, but we have very different goals and very different routines. Her doing my routine or me doing her routine would not be the best for either of us. I suggest that rather than your husband, you find a certified personal trainer who can start you with a light, fundamental workout to work you back into it.

Cherimoose

snickerscharlie wrote: »

Cherimoose wrote: »

Don't take NSAIDs. If you're drinking a lot of fluids but your urine is dark, go to an urgent care clinic.

Why?

The short answer: To avoid possible kidney failure.
The long answer: Severe soreness means muscle damage that releases chemicals into the bloodstream that can negatively affect the kidneys, and the effect is worsened by NSAIDs, which are hard on the kidneys. The nephrologist in this article says, "I recommend definitely not using them when you start working out."