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EP193 Sore Muscles: Myths & Tricks

08.30.2022 - By Constantly Varied GearPlay

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Why do you get sore after a workout? Why is that soreness delayed for so long? Why do some people feel it more than others? In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea explore soreness and many of the topics connected to it. Their comprehensive conversation about soreness will help you gain a deeper understanding of it.

Listen to the episode as Rachael and Kelsea discuss lactic acid, delayed soreness, and ways that you can aid recovery when you’re experiencing soreness.

Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode:

The scope of Halloween

The science behind soreness

Lactic acid and soreness

Why lactic acid’s presence after working out is a good thing

Damaged vs. injured

How to feel about soreness

How delayed soreness can be

How you can aid recovery

Adapting to the ebbs and flows of soreness

Why there’s no need to go to extreme lengths to make a certain muscle group sore

The reasons why some people experience less soreness

Getting blood flow to the damaged area to assist with the repair

Protein and recovery

The importance of sleep in recovery

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