Sore after biking

mom2kpr

I went on my first outdoor bikeride (about 3 miles, 30 minutes) of the season & my thighs are KILLING me! I have been exercising fairly consistantly for the last 4 months - treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, weights. But right know I feel like I haven't used my legs in years. They hurt so bad I actually get the shakes & chills. I have never felt like this from exercise before. Any advise on how to make it feel better? I just took some painkillers. Thanks!

tubzzy77

Foam roll.

rbalboni

Lots of water. Arnica gel (pain relief topical). Self massage.

AllTehBeers

Does foam rolling work on my *kitten* too?

Also, can I get help with the massage? I'm tired of the do it yourselfers.

cupcake_runner

epsom salts and foam rolling.

tubzzy77

Does foam rolling work on my *kitten* too?

Also, can I get help with the massage? I'm tired of the do it yourselfers.

Yes, but you're going to want to use a tennis ball.

amann1976

it will go away after a few days. happen to me the first time i took a spinning class. thought my legs were going to give out on me after i got off that bike then the next day was hell.

probably a little late to use the roller you are suppose to massage yourself right after the workout for it to be most effective.

AllTehBeers

Does foam rolling work on my *kitten* too?

Also, can I get help with the massage? I'm tired of the do it yourselfers.

Yes, but you're going to want to use a tennis ball.

Hmm I don't think they'll fit.

endoftheside

If you can, maybe some gentle exercise to get the blood flowing? Anti-inflammatories, lots of water and some extra sleep.

I did a cycle/strength class on Sunday and I'm going oo-ow-eek-ack-erg-ugh down the stairs today (2nd day after is usually the worst for me), so I can sympathize, though mine isn't as bad as yours! It will be worth it in the end.