You’ve started your workout routine and worked very hard.

In fact, you are so excited you cannot wait to do your next workout. But sadly, you’re can hardly walk the next day.

Your legs are so sore that it feels as a punishment to even try to sit on the toilet,

You know you need to keep up with your workout routine so you can lose those extra pounds fast.

But there is a problem, you feel it is impossible you will be able to exercise the next day.

It hurts just to think about it.

Every time I change my leg routine, I have the same problem. Actually, as I write this blog this week my legs are sore.

I started a round of my fitness program this week, and Tuesday was my leg day.

It was just 37 minutes, but after 2 weeks of a break my legs could feel the work.

Why do we get this uncomfortable pain?

The soreness we feel after workout is your muscles naturally learning and responding to a new activity.

As they adapt to this new activity the lactate levels increase, and some microscopy muscle fiber breaks.

This is normal and part of becoming a better healthy you.

However, if your pain last more than a week or gets worse, you need to see a doctor.

What can you do about muscle soreness?

There are few things you can do to lessen the agony. This is exactly what I did after my leg workout this week, and it has helped me deal with the soreness.

Warm up & cooldown

Warm ups help your muscles get ready for an intensive workout.

Cooldown stretches helps your muscle to go back to resting mode.

It also helps minimize the next day muscle soreness.

Wear compression gear

Compression garments hold the muscles in place and increase blood flow to the working muscles in your legs.

This helps reduce the lactic acid produced during exercises which helps reduce the pain and burning sensation in your muscles.

Wearing compression leggings even after your workout will also aid for a faster recovery

Increase your Protein Intake

Adding protein intake immediately after your workout can help you refuel your muscles and recover faster from your muscle soreness.

Chicken, fish, or protein shakes are great sources of protein.

Drink more Water

You also need to drink a lot of water a day.

Dehydration makes your muscle soreness and muscle cramps worse.

Water have so many other benefits too, so take your water bottle everywhere with you and Aim to drink a gallon.

Get your body moving

Let’s be honest, when your leg muscles are sore, the last thing you want to do is to move.

But let me break the news to you, moving is what is going to help you recover faster.

The more you move the better. Go up the stairs, take a walk, and do not even think about skipping your next workout.

Give it Time

Understand it will take time for your muscles to recovery, but it will get there in time. Each day it will be less painful.

First day is the worst, but it should be getting better every day. Be proud of yourself and keep showing up to your daily workout.

The feeling and motivation you get by getting results in your fitness journey will overcome any muscle soreness!