. Sore muscle are usually a good sign if you've been working out for awhile. The soreness is caused by tiny tears in the muscles, which the body repairs and makes stronger.
This post workout pain is felt as a general dull pain. However if you haven't been working out, you have probably strained your muscles to the point of a specific ache and have some tenderness. As we get older, we feel these pains a bit more. Here are some ideas to help prevent and heal sore muscles.
Stretching - Make sure you stretch each muscle group for at least 60 seconds before and after your workout. Stretching is one of the most underrated parts of sports and workouts. It's a must if you want to stay active.
Anti-Inflammatory - Take an anti-inflammatory such as Inflamo after your workout to help with the pain and inflammation.
Hydrate - Make sure to drink plenty of water prior to you workout. Your body needs the water to help deliver oxygen to you muscles and helps with clear toxic build up -so you don't cramp. You may also try a sports drink, such as Vitalyte, to replenish the body's electrolytes. Vitalyte has less sugar than other sport drinks, which allows you to absorb your nutrients more efficiently. This is what you need, especially if you are an endurance athlete! Electrolytes, electrolytes, electrolytes!