Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 3005: How to Help Sore Muscles by Eric Leija on Active Exercise Recovery
Jun 7, 2025
Dive into the science of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and learn how to manage it effectively. Discover the benefits of active recovery techniques, like foam rolling, to minimize post-workout pain. Epsom salt baths make a surprise appearance as a soothing remedy. Explore the crucial role of magnesium in muscle recovery and energy management. Plus, find out why staying still may actually prolong soreness. These insights empower listeners to optimize fitness gains and speed up recovery!
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Personal DOMS Experience
- Eric Leija shares how intense workouts once caused muscle soreness that woke him up at night.
- He now uses methods to ease delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) effectively.
Why DOMS Occurs
- DOMS is caused by microscopic muscle fiber tears from intense exercise and lactic acid buildup.
- These muscle tears are necessary for growth, explaining the delayed soreness after workouts.
Foam Rolling for Relief
- Use foam rolling as a self-massage tool to reduce muscle tenderness and improve range of motion.
- Roll slowly over sore areas after workouts or baths when muscles are warm for best results.