3005: How to Help Sore Muscles by Eric Leija on Active Exercise Recovery

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3005: Eric Leija breaks down the science behind delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and shares effective strategies to speed up recovery, including foam rolling, Epsom salt baths, and active recovery techniques. By understanding how muscle repair works, listeners can minimize post-workout pain and optimize their fitness gains without unnecessary downtime. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/how-to-help-sore-muscles/ Quotes to ponder: "Foam rolling can be thought of as 'self-massage' for those of us who don’t have sport massage therapists handy." "Magnesium plays a role in almost every crucial process, including cellular energy management and muscular contraction." "Not moving can actually create more soreness (and for longer) in the long run, as lack of movement stiffens your muscles and reduces circulation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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