Insanity Pain.............!!

Jordant107
Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I've only just started Insanity, and I'm aching all over!! Anyone have any tips for speeding up recovery??

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  • lalonmeg000
    lalonmeg000 Posts: 276 Member
    Push through it !! That first week is killer but you have to push though. Promise the extreme fatigue and soreness will fade out :)
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    Push through it !! That first week is killer but you have to push though. Promise the extreme fatigue and soreness will fade out :)
    I will get past it- I hate to quit, and I'll suck it up........................but if you have any tips on how to get rid of the pain it'd be a bonus:)
  • sarahsxt
    sarahsxt Posts: 66
    I have tips for you!

    1. Fuel up on light carbs 30 min before workout
    2. Re-Fuel on protein within 1 hour after workout
    3. Get 8 hours of sleep
    4. Invest in some light walks, yoga, or light running on some evenings after Insanity
    5. Stay hydrated
    6. Eat enough

    I found that doing those things really helped me recover from my Insanity workouts. I hope they help :)
  • sarahsxt
    sarahsxt Posts: 66
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.
  • wackyfunster
    wackyfunster Posts: 944 Member
    Get an electrolyte drink that doesn't suck (I like hammer HEED plus their endurolyte pills).
  • Twilightsunflower
    Twilightsunflower Posts: 324 Member
    i have never done it but i know for pain... ibprofine, lots of water, warm shower or bath, icey hot, rest, and to keep moving the next day... a lot of people stop because of the pain which is not a good idea... the more you move the faster the acid in your muscles can disipate the better you feel... well till you do it again lol

    best of luck!! hope this helps a little :)
  • DawnEH612
    DawnEH612 Posts: 574 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    I second your suggestions... Accurate and helpful!
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    i have never done it but i know for pain... ibprofine, lots of water, warm shower or bath, icey hot, rest, and to keep moving the next day... a lot of people stop because of the pain which is not a good idea... the more you move the faster the acid in your muscles can disipate the better you feel... well till you do it again lol

    best of luck!! hope this helps a little :)
    I don't think it's a pain I need Ibuprofen for (it's muscular and not doing anything except feel uncomfortable!) but the other advice sounds good!! I made sure that I kept moving today, and did some light running, but I'm feeling it whenever I stand up and use my glutes/ hamstrings!! :)
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    I second your suggestions... Accurate and helpful!
    I'll look into it- thanks!!
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    THIS!!!

    I am doing INSANITY now, (and have done the entire program before) and I found that what helps me the most is to go on a walk or a walk/job immediately after the workout. It works wonders and plus you get a few more calories burned! It really, really helps.
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    THIS!!!

    I am doing INSANITY now, (and have done the entire program before) and I found that what helps me the most is to go on a walk or a walk/job immediately after the workout. It works wonders and plus you get a few more calories burned! It really, really helps.
    What were your results like the first time around??
    I'm not really looking to lose weight- more build up my cardio as well as lower my body fat % as a bonus. I thought I was relatively fit, and then I started the program...........................damn it pushes you!! :)
  • wahchile
    wahchile Posts: 19
    I'm in the beginning of week 2, and I have had soreness in my calves for the entire time. Today I went and bought a rumble roller from ****'s, and rolled for quite a while tonight. It is pretty painful, but my calves already feel a million times better! I also had a knot in my lower back that it is kneading out as well. I had never heard of these rollers until a couple days ago, but man am I glad I found it!
  • badgranola
    badgranola Posts: 67 Member
    I'm finishing up my third week. Dig deep :) It totally gets better. The first week I could not believe how sore my calves were!
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    I'm finishing up my third week. Dig deep :) It totally gets better. The first week I could not believe how sore my calves were!
    I haven't had the sore calves yet, but it's only day two for me:) That's something for me to look forward to!! :)
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    THIS!!!

    I am doing INSANITY now, (and have done the entire program before) and I found that what helps me the most is to go on a walk or a walk/job immediately after the workout. It works wonders and plus you get a few more calories burned! It really, really helps.
    What were your results like the first time around??
    I'm not really looking to lose weight- more build up my cardio as well as lower my body fat % as a bonus. I thought I was relatively fit, and then I started the program...........................damn it pushes you!! :)


    It DEFINITELY pushes you! I had forgotten how damn sore I was the first week (the first time I did it) but today when I woke up I could feel the burn in my legs and butt! :) Honestly though, the walking/jogging afterwards REALLY helps.

    My results the first time were amazing! I lost around 12 lbs (of fat) and built a ton of muscle. It was the first time in my life that I had definition in my abs and arms. I have always been a runner/soccer player and have had pretty good legs my entire life, but after INSANITY, there were muscles in my legs that I had NEVER seen before! I have a picture of my leg in my photos, check it out if you want. It really helped me build muscle and also lose the fat that I had.
  • Jordant107
    Jordant107 Posts: 218 Member
    Oh and the reason I say invest in light walks/yoga/or running is because light cardio pumps oxygen in your body, speeds up circulation, and because you're moving around rather than doing exercise in small space, it helps stretch out your muscles and lessen muscle tension.

    THIS!!!

    I am doing INSANITY now, (and have done the entire program before) and I found that what helps me the most is to go on a walk or a walk/job immediately after the workout. It works wonders and plus you get a few more calories burned! It really, really helps.
    What were your results like the first time around??
    I'm not really looking to lose weight- more build up my cardio as well as lower my body fat % as a bonus. I thought I was relatively fit, and then I started the program...........................damn it pushes you!! :)


    It DEFINITELY pushes you! I had forgotten how damn sore I was the first week (the first time I did it) but today when I woke up I could feel the burn in my legs and butt! :) Honestly though, the walking/jogging afterwards REALLY helps.

    My results the first time were amazing! I lost around 12 lbs (of fat) and built a ton of muscle. It was the first time in my life that I had definition in my abs and arms. I have always been a runner/soccer player and have had pretty good legs my entire life, but after INSANITY, there were muscles in my legs that I had NEVER seen before! I have a picture of my leg in my photos, check it out if you want. It really helped me build muscle and also lose the fat that I had.
    Have you tried 'Insanity: The Asylum'?? I'll keep the advice in mind!
    Oh ok- sounds great then!! I know that I'll achieve if I push through, so if I can last it out I'll be looking alright at the end:)
    Wow- you have some serious definition in them- congrats!!
  • paulwgun
    paulwgun Posts: 439 Member
    Ice bath..............sounds horrific but it works after a 10k run its my first port of call:bigsmile:

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