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Old 08-06-04, 06:53 AM
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DanFromDetroit
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I have found that muscle soreness peaks the second day after a hard workout. I have tried a few things with limited success:
  • Ice or a cold shower/bath. Right after a hard workout a cold bath/shower seems to limit soreness later. However I find the cure worse than the problem. I'd rather be sore.
  • Post workout stretching and a long cooldown. This won't eliminate soreness but makes it less of a problem. I use this approach most often.
  • Yogurt/Endurox R4, etc. Something with carbs and protien. I have tried this little results. The science says it works, it certainly can't hurt, but I am still pretty sore even if I do this.
  • Ibuprofen taken after a workout. It works, but I just don't like pills, so it is not for me.

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