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elissaann26
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? for Exercising Nesties
Are you always in pain? Or does this go away?
I started personal training last week and we are getting to the point where he knows how far he can really push me. This has resulted in the hardest workouts I have ever experienced, which then result is super sore muscles. I'm trying to not be a wimp about this, but it is making me grumpy. So I'm wondering if this feeling ever ends. And if so, when?
Re: ? for Exercising Nesties
i've never used a personal trainer. but i can imagine that if i did, i'd probably be much more sore than from my normal workouts.
a trainer is constantly changing things up to challenge your muscles. so it makes sense that your sore. check over on the health & fitness board for tips to ease the pain. i always think it works to move around a lot, stretch, drink extra water ... and i believe that protein immediately after a workout is supposed to help repair muscle tissue. google that though, because my assumption might be off.
If you are not used to working out, then the first couple of weeks can be brutal! I've been in so much pain after doing legs that I couldn't walk a few days later. It's quite funny looking back on it, not so much when it was happening!
After your workouts, drink a sports drink w/ electrolytes. You also need a mix of carbs and protein to help muscle recovery. I've heard good things about Gatorade's new G 3 (I think it is). Also, stretch, stretch, and stretch some more!!
Buy some either Tiger Balm or Bio Freeze for your muscles. It will help soothe them. Ice baths help and take some Ibuprofen. You can also look at compression tights. There are shirts and tights that use compression on your muscle and have places to put ice packs. CWX makes a few styles.
Also, elevate the muscles that you were focusing on during your workout for an hour or so afterwards. Elevation helps reduce the swelling/pain.
Don't drink a recovery drink unless you have been working out for more than an hour straight. They will make you gain weight, and you don't need it. What you really need is some lean protein and good carbs. (Brown rice and a piece of grilled chicken) I have been working with a coach for the past year and am a half-marathoner. I run 10+mile runs every weekend and the only time i use a recovery drink is for races.
If you would like a quicker option, buy some protein powder and make a smoothie with a scoop of it, some plain greek yogurt and whatever fresh or frozen fruit you would like.