Why Do I Feel Pains When I Workout?

Working out every day, especially engaging in the same types of workouts that target the same muscle groups can mean you're stressing your muscles and joints and not giving them time to rest and recover. Fatigue can lead to sloppy form and overcompensation, which can lead to injuries.

Exercising is like taking medication for a migraine–Too few may not  work and too much may cause an overdose.

In the same vein, workout stimulates the body to get a certain result–Too little workout and you won't see results and too much, you get an injury.

While exercising is good for both body and mind, there is a line you shouldn't cross

Now, how do you know you are crossing the line with your exercise?

1. You never take breaks

You over-train or push yourself too far even during illness or injuries. There is a thing called overtraining syndrome which is common among gym goers who push themselves through a string of high-intensity workouts without adequate rest and recovery time. 

Not only does this put significant strain on your body, it also deprives your body of energy and can lead to dysfunctional adaptations in your metabolism, immune system and hormones.

2. You're overdoing cardio

While cardio is excellent for heart health and can help manage weight, too much of it can be detrimental. Balance is key. Incorporate a mix of cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises into your routine.

3. You're ignoring pain.

While you can expect a certain level of discomfort when you do resistance training or other forms of intense exercise, pain is a clear signal from your body that something isn't right. Ignoring pain can lead to serious injuries and long-term damage. If you "feel it" in your knee or lower back when performing a given exercise, stop, check you are doing the proper form, and if the pain persists, consult with a licensed medical professional.

4. You're ignoring nutrition

No matter how hard you work out, you must fuel your body with the proper nutrients, like protein and carbs, to see your desired results. That's why eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats is critical.

Nutrition is key

5 Easy ways to ease pain after workout 

Use an ice pack

If it's an acute injury, or if one notices swelling of the muscle or joint area and it feels warm, wrap an ice pack in a thin towel and place it on the sore muscles for about 15 minutes. If there isn’t any swelling and the muscles are just sore from the exercise, apply a heat pack for 15 minutes to boost blood circulation.

Go for a massage

A trigger-point or sports massage will help to relax very tight sore muscles and soothe muscle aches.

Stretch, stretch, stretch!

Stretch your muscles for about 10 minutes after a rigorous workout to prevent sore muscles. And before exercising, remember to warm up the body with simple movements like arm swings and marching on the spot, or start walking slowly and gradually pick up the pace.

Do light exercises (such as walking)

Do not stop exercising completely. The fact that you are experiencing muscle soreness after a workout is a sign that your muscles have been stretched and are slowly getting stronger. By using your muscles (with light activity), you can speed up the elimination of lactic acid buildup.

Build up eccentric exercises slowly

You are more likely to get muscle aches if your muscles are working eccentrically. Eccentric contractions occur when your muscles lengthen under tension as seen in the “down motion” of a bicep curl. Walking or running downhill are also examples of eccentric training. Increase intensity gradually.

Take a warm bath

A warm bath may loosen tight muscles and boost blood circulation, providing temporary relief.

Now you know all this, you can, perhaps start to build up your ideal dose of exercise. 

This all sounds great, but how do you put this all into practice? 

Well, to get a comprehensive guide in the different kind of workout routine that actually gives result,keep you fit and healthy, 

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