Fat cells popping

MsElphaba

That's what I'd like to think it is, at least. When I work out, especially run or heavy leg work outs I feel a "bubble popping" sensation in my legs. What is that??

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LuckyLeprechaun

i feel it too, a little itchy? i think it's from increased circulation. But IDK. I'm pretty sure fat cell don't "pop" LOL although I wish they would

nessaj

I get that too if I've been doing lots of exercise. I always assumed it was lactic acid in the muscles but don't really knwo!

Scncartist

I don't know what it is, but I LOVE IT! (I might be a little weird).

olivia39

Yeah! I feel that too. I always thought it was just me. Its a bit itchy and bothers me a lot after I do the treadmill.

FunkBunny

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

I have no idea what it is either...I like the lactic acid answer...sounds nice and scientific. But this post made me smile. I'll have the image of bursting fat cells every time I feel that "tingle"

tina_011794

its actually a sign of muscle strain and build up of lactic acid - basically a sign that you should feel it 1-2 days later. I recommend a long hot bath and a good stretching session to relax the muscles. It will also help to eliminate some of the pain in later days.

ashlee954

LOL! This post made my day. Thanks for that! The itching is due to the opening of capillaries in your legs. Increased circulation, due to increased heart rate, causes this to occur.

sandra80

i get that too! to me it feels like my legs muscles are twitching and sometimes i can see them do little jumps.

dfwtxmissy

I get that too.....wow....I can just tell my self it's fat popping...LOL....I am sure muscles are releasing chems....but the other reason sounds better.