Learn How You Can Relieve Overworked, Sore or Tense Muscles
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Foam rolling is highly beneficial activity for tense muscles. When muscles are tight, knots and adhesions can develop, lessening blood flow throughout your body and causing inflammation. Incorporating foam rolling into your daily routine can increase your mobility and range of motion, reduce irritation and lengthen muscles.
Stretching
Increase your range of motion and mobility by stretching. If possible, stretch before and after your workout to both repair and rejuvenate your muscles. This simple activity can decrease stiffness, while also promoting flexibility, balance and muscle lengthening.
Massage
Massage therapy is a great way to rehabilitate your muscles. A foam roller is a technique that you can manage yourself, but massage therapy relieves soreness in areas of your body that you cannot hit on your own. Benefits of massages include muscle tension relief, relaxation and boosting your body’s immunity.
Fuel Your Body
Balance your diet with lean proteins, wholesome fiber-rich carbohydrates and green, leafy vegetables to provide energy to your muscles, along with the added benefits of repairing and replacing tissue in your body. Staying hydrated and taking a daily vitamin C supplement can also minimize post-workout soreness.
Get Back on Track
It’s a common misconception that if your muscles are sore, you should avoid exercise to give your muscles time to recuperate. This is not always the best decision for your body. You should continue to incorporate moderate amounts of exercise into your routine to speed up recovery. This will send blood flow to your muscles leading to muscle relief. Likewise, it’s important to avoid any type of exercises that could damage your muscles into a further state of soreness.
Work with an Expert
If you continue to experience muscle pain after testing these techniques, a Fitness Specialist is always an effective option to assess and manage your pain. Trained professionals can evaluate your range of motion and provide corrective exercises to strengthen muscles and relieve soreness.
Ultimately, the most important thing is to listen to your body. When you are experiencing muscle soreness, know your limits and how much your body can handle. Effectively listening to your body’s needs will help with the healing process and minimize pain that is commonly associated with working out.
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Article provided by Cooper Aerobics Marketing and Communications.