HELP....Sore Muscles - Weight Loss Message Board

Dani Girl 78 · 02-01-2006, 01:18 PM

Sorry if this has already been a topic....but I'm so sore! Me and the hubby joined a gym (YEAH!) and we have gone and worked out the last 2 nights. We are both pretty sore, so I'm wondering if we should continue to work out, maybe do a lighter routine or should we give our muscles a chance to recouperate? I've heard that potassium is good for sore muscles, is that true and how much should you take?

Thanks Guys!

pipermac · 02-01-2006, 01:23 PM

I Would rest for a day or 2 and let your muscles recover. Then when you start back Take it a bit easier and gradually Increase things.......It wont always be sore.

Dani Girl 78 · 02-01-2006, 01:32 PM

Well pooh, I was looking forward to going again tonight. But I don't know how much I would be able to do with my legs aching like they are. Maybe we will just go and sit in the sauna and relax.

HBOGirl · 02-01-2006, 01:51 PM

If I'm a bit sore after a workout, I usually do something light the next day, like walking on the treadmill (because it's usually my legs that are sore) or even stretching will help as well.

I do agree though, you'll get less sore the more your body gets used to the excercises.

pipermac · 02-01-2006, 01:53 PM

You can still Exercise...Just try doing something that uses different muscles. Without proper rest your Muscles will not grow.