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So maybe you just got back into working out and you had a killer workout…feels great right? Then comes the sore muscles, the ache that lets you know you are alive! Reminds you of how hard you worked. Is it a punishment or reward? I say reward…

As much of a reward as it may be, I still like to get over the soreness as quick as possible, or at least make it where I can walk! So what are a few ways to relieve those tight legs, stiff arms, and sore back?

5 Tips To Help Sore Muscles

#1 – Drink lots of water. You want to drink eight 8oz glasses of water a day. Water helps carry nutrients to your muscles and aids in flushing toxins out of the body.

#2 - Active Recovery. Stay active, keep moving, sure sitting on the couch may feel better, but by moving around you increase the blood flow to those sore muscles which helps you recover quicker. So go for a walk around the block to get the blood flowing in your legs!

#3 – Stretch. Stretching helps loosen those tight muscles and helps you increase your range of motion. Stretching is similar to active recovery and increases the blood flow to your muscles, providing nutrients aiding in recovery.

#4 – Eat More Protein. Make sure your postworkout meal has about 20g-30g of protein. Protein is the building block of muscles and helps you build lean muscle which is what we want!

#5 - Vitamin C and Fish Oil  – Vitamin C’s antioxidant properties and Fish Oil helps reduce free radicals in your body and reduce inflamation in your muscles, reducing soreness.

After that tought workout try a few of the above things, or try them all..they will speed your recovery and get you back in business for another killer workout!