
There is a simple scientific way to help your muscles recover after sports or exercise:
- Make sure you you warm up properly first, then get adequate rest, sleep, hydration and nutrition afterwards.
- Use either of the therapies that have been clinically proven to work very well: professional massage or vibration massage.
- Other popular therapies such as ice/cold, contrast baths, compression garments and active recovery have been shown to only give small and inconstant benefits.
In this article we will go over why you get sore and what your body needs to recover. We’ll discuss each of the therapies and things you can do help, then finish by outlining a simple program you can use to reduce your post exercise soreness.
CONTENTS
Why you get sore after sports or a workout
What your muscles need to help recover faster
The basic things you need to do to help your muscles recover faster
Therapies you can use to help your muscles recover faster
Summary and recommendations
Professionals
References