What to do when you've over done it?

tln · Jun 23rd, 2006, 09:32 AM

My legs are soooooo sore today! I did pilates, along with squats yesterday, and I am paying the price. This routine is not unusual, except I used weights while doing the squats.

Dang. I am looking quite strange when I walk, too.

Any remedies for sore muscles?

chicky · Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:04 AM

A good massage!

Either do it yourself, or get someone else to do it for you.

Also, a nice, warm relaxing rosemary or muscle soak (eucalyptus, mint etc) bath helps....as does resting your legs up higher than normal (elevate them on a footstool)
Also, if possible, try not to do any exercise at all today, let your muscles repair themselves.
Hope they feel better soon!

rochasgirl · Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:19 AM

Don't do anymore exercises for the moment. Just relax and let your legs rest today. chicky does give great tips there.

tln · Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:56 AM

Should I wait to exercise until all of the soreness goes away, or just the painful portion of it?

D & G rockstar · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:15 AM

What I do (and this always helps) is drink a protein shake that is high in protein like 20 grams +.. A real yummy one is myoplex carb sense (already made) dark chocolate shake... It works better if you drink it right after you work out.

In the meantime, I would stretch, stretch, stretch!

tln · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:20 AM

Thank you!

Swanky Mama Of Three · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:24 AM

you can work out again once the real pain has improved. Also, try taking Arnica. It's holistic but I know a LOT of people that swear by it!

tln · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:43 AM

Can I get Arnica at a health food store, or do they have it at Target?

S'Mom · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:53 AM

Nope....not at Target. Health food store for sure....

amanda · Jun 23rd, 2006, 12:12 PM

take a really warm bath and then stretch afterwards, that should help - and remember, the soreness means that you've done something good for yourself!

tln · Jun 23rd, 2006, 12:17 PM

Thanks, ladies!

Pursegrrl · Jun 23rd, 2006, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tln

Should I wait to exercise until all of the soreness goes away, or just the painful portion of it?

IMO just wait till the painful portion is gone. I've found a light workout helps with mildly sore muscles. Advil and a light massage work wonders too, as well as stretching when you are in the shower.

shushopn · Jun 23rd, 2006, 03:05 PM

Definitely, carefully stretch and hold for at the very least 30 seconds.

fendigal · Jun 23rd, 2006, 03:09 PM

A little motrin, a hot bath and some gentle stretching!

mewlicious · Jun 24th, 2006, 05:01 AM

Warm bath and heat patches!
God I love heat wraps. I can stress out my knee and it makes me feel good as new the next day.

Jun 23rd, 2006, 09:32 AM	#1
tln Have a nice day!	What to do when you've over done it? My legs are soooooo sore today! I did pilates, along with squats yesterday, and I am paying the price. This routine is not unusual, except I used weights while doing the squats. Dang. I am looking quite strange when I walk, too. Any remedies for sore muscles?

Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:04 AM	#2
chicky Sofa King Marple Location: UK	Re: What to do when you've over done it? A good massage! Either do it yourself, or get someone else to do it for you. Also, a nice, warm relaxing rosemary or muscle soak (eucalyptus, mint etc) bath helps....as does resting your legs up higher than normal (elevate them on a footstool) Also, if possible, try not to do any exercise at all today, let your muscles repair themselves. Hope they feel better soon! __________________ One does not know the true meaning of petty until one has seen two cats squabbling over a patch of sunlight..

Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:19 AM	#3
rochasgirl Sofa King Banned	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Don't do anymore exercises for the moment. Just relax and let your legs rest today. chicky does give great tips there.

Jun 23rd, 2006, 10:56 AM	#4
tln Have a nice day!	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Should I wait to exercise until all of the soreness goes away, or just the painful portion of it?

Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:15 AM	#5
D & G rockstar I'm a BAL-ler now Location: NYC	Re: What to do when you've over done it? What I do (and this always helps) is drink a protein shake that is high in protein like 20 grams +.. A real yummy one is myoplex carb sense (already made) dark chocolate shake... It works better if you drink it right after you work out. In the meantime, I would stretch, stretch, stretch!

Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:20 AM	#6
tln Have a nice day!	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Thank you!

Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:24 AM	#7
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: What to do when you've over done it? you can work out again once the real pain has improved. Also, try taking Arnica. It's holistic but I know a LOT of people that swear by it! __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:43 AM	#8
tln Have a nice day!	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Can I get Arnica at a health food store, or do they have it at Target?

Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:53 AM	#9
S'Mom Resistance is Futile	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Nope....not at Target. Health food store for sure....

Jun 23rd, 2006, 12:12 PM	#10
amanda I Bleed Georgia Red Location: Athens, GA	Re: What to do when you've over done it? take a really warm bath and then stretch afterwards, that should help - and remember, the soreness means that you've done something good for yourself! __________________ PROUD TO BE A UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA BULLDOG! Read my blog: http://graduationday.wordpress.com

Jun 23rd, 2006, 12:17 PM	#11
tln Have a nice day!	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Thanks, ladies!

Jun 23rd, 2006, 03:05 PM	#13
shushopn I Feel Pretty! Location: Long Island, NY	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Definitely, carefully stretch and hold for at the very least 30 seconds. __________________ My Life - the Comedy at www.kykap.blogspot.com

Jun 23rd, 2006, 03:09 PM	#14
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Jun 24th, 2006, 05:01 AM	#15
mewlicious Mitzi ♥ Indigo Location: Houston/Tokyo	Re: What to do when you've over done it? Warm bath and heat patches! God I love heat wraps. I can stress out my knee and it makes me feel good as new the next day. __________________ ♥These are a few of my favorite things: Chanel bags, YSL and LV jewelry and Dior Shoes♥ Mitzi's collection ♥ pg 7 update (@^_^)v Banned until back from Tokyo~! (>_<;; )