Ep. 53: Why Muscle Soreness Isn't Always the Goal

Muscle soreness—the badge of honor we all secretly (or not-so-secretly) love. But does waking up feeling like you fought a bear in your sleep actually mean you had an effective workout? Spoiler alert: Not necessarily.In this episode of Modern Body, Aly DiRoma unpacks the science behind muscle soreness, revealing why it happens, when it’s useful, and why it shouldn’t be the only measure of a great workout. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing enough” just because you’re not sore, this one’s for you.Aly shares:The real reason your muscles get sore Why soreness isn’t a universal experienceHow different training styles influence soreness and recoveryWhy constantly chasing soreness can backfire on your bodyThe underrated benefits of movement that doesn’t leave you limping the next day"Even the best athletes in the world don’t train for soreness every day—it’s about balance, recovery, and longevity." — Aly DiRomaFollow Modern BodyStay connected with Aly DiRoma and the Modern Body community: https://link.me/alydiromaIf you're ready to move smarter (not just harder), start exploring classes at Modern Body Studio! Try a 7-day free trial and access over 300 Pilates-inspired classes for every season of life. https://modernbody.uscreen.io/Want to dive deeper? The Modern Mover’s Guide is your roadmap to understanding how movement evolves through life’s seasons. It’s the perfect complement to your Modern Body membership—or a great place to start your journey. Get your copy here: https://modernmoversguide.com/guide

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It’s your body. You’re in it all the time. But how well do you really understand it? Join Aly DiRoma host of Modern Body as she brings you the truths behind using Pilates and movement as a way to better understand and take care of your body in your modern life for life. Drawing from personal experiences as a Pilates and Movement instructor, expert insights, and the latest research on movement Aly unravels the trends and gives you the facts, so you walk away each week with a practical and realistic approach to movement and taking care of your body.