How to Avoid the Ache of Exercise

Exercise is an important piece of maintaining health, but it may bring with it muscle aches and pains. Whether you are a conditioned athlete or just beginning a workout regimen, anyone can experience stiff muscles after a workout. Here are some helpful tips to avoid the ache of exercise.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Warm up before exercising. Mimic the movements you are about to do in your workout routine like walking before jogging.

2. Warm down after exercising, and don't just stop all movement after your workout. This is the best time to do some stretching, after your muscles are already warmed up.

3. Don't push too hard when first starting your exercise routine. Gradually increase the time you spend on an exercise, and then increase the intensity.

4. Stop exercising if you experience sharp pains or muscle cramps. Recognize the signs of fatigue or overexertion and listen to your body.

5. Rest if you experience soreness. There is a good hurt that feels like a dull ache, but a bad hurt or injury is usually sharp and in a specific spot.

6. Ice down any soreness for 15 to 20 minutes. This will ease any muscle ache as a result of exercise.

7. Take Ibuprofen after a hard workout, and continue as needed. Read the label for the correct dosage and directions. Ibuprofen helps eliminate the inflammation that occurs after a tough workout.

8. Exercise! If the pain is mild, work through it by doing some light exercise.

Tips & Warnings

• Schedule a massage or use a self-massaging device to relieve minor muscle aches.
• Don't exercise if you aren't feeling well or already tired. This can lead to injuries more serious than muscle soreness.

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