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Why Am I Sore After My Workout by Riley Pearce of Free Form Fitness on Muscle Recovery
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Episode 3345:
Riley Pearce breaks down why post-workout soreness isn’t always a sign of progress, explaining how excessive muscle damage and poor recovery lead to delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). By understanding how the body rebuilds and adapts, listeners can train smarter, reduce pain, and stay consistent without setbacks.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://freeformfitness.ca/sore-after-my-workout/
Quotes to ponder:
"Feeling sore after a workout is normal. Let us tell you, it is not."
"Remember: muscle soreness does not equal good workout"
"DOMS is brought on by overtraining or doing unfamiliar exercises and under-delivering on those precious recovery materials."
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