Muscle soreness can be not just a pleasant reminder of the workout but a severe consequence, as well. Getting rid of it is not that difficult! We will show you how to prevent muscle soreness after exercise.
- A cup of coffee before exercise helps not only enhance muscle endurance, but also improves your performance.
- In addition, scientists have found that drinking cherry juice helps with muscle pain.
- Before workouts, choose low-fat snacks high in carbohydrates and proteins.
- Always warm up and cool down before and after a workout, so as not to overstrain the muscles and heart.
- Work out at the same pace, with no long breaks, for the body to restore tired muscles.
- No dehydration. Drink water every 15 minutes during exercise.
- If you heavily sweat, have special sports drinks.
- To restore muscles after exercise, eat the foods with a 4:1 ratio of carbohydrates and protein.
- If possible, include sports massage before, during or after your workouts.
- After a workout, take a contrast or a cold shower, but only if you are prepared for such extreme procedures. Otherwise, lower the water temperature gradually.
