| HELP FOR THOSE "MORNING AFTER" ACHES AND PAINS |
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| The issue we are addressing is the muscle stiffness, pain and soreness some runners feel the morning after strenuous exercise. |
| For a simple solution to the problem....don't overexert yourself, either on your regular runs or your workouts. |
| However, since every runner will sooner or later experience these post-workout aches and pains, try these measures: |
| Get a massage. I wouldn't get one every time as it could get expensive. |
| Try stretching and give yourself enough time to "cool down" after your workout. |
| If the stiffness, soreness and pain persist, try a light workout. Run a couple of miles to get the cobwebs out and the blood flowing. |
| When aches and pains set in,try taking a warm bath with some epsom salts. |
| Try icing down the area with the greatest hurt. |
| NOTE: If the symptoms of pain, stiffness and soreness continue for more than a week, get medical attention as your condition might be more than simple overexertion. |
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