sore...push through or rest?

michelelee127
michelelee127 Posts: 13 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I did JM 30DS day 1 yesterday. Today I am so sore I can barely walk. I'm new to this whole exercise thing. Should I take a rest day or push through and do it again today???

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  • Polygontus
    Polygontus Posts: 218 Member
    If you're just sore I suggest pushing through. When I first started swim team I was sore every day, but after a while your body gets used to it and it will hurt less and less. Go slow. Take your time.
  • jaz141
    jaz141 Posts: 32
    Many times soreness will alleviate during a workout as your muscles loosen. But listen to your body, you don't want to risk doing too much too soon and getting an injury.
  • dbmata
    dbmata Posts: 12,950 Member
    Two aleve, and push through if it's just soreness.

    get er dun.

    If I stopped when I was sore, I wouldn't be doing some of my double workouts. ;)
  • shazbox1
    shazbox1 Posts: 175 Member
    As others have said, if it is a dull achey sort of muscle pain, this is normal when you haven't worked out in a while or are upping your intensity. The pain will often go away as you get your blood flowing. If it is a sharp shooting sort of pain or pain in your joints, it might be worth taking a day off and starting again tomorrow.

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