Have you taken up Pilates, Yoga or another form of exercise recently and felt a little sore the following day? This is totally normal!
(DOMS), also known as 'muscle fever' is a sore, aching, painful feeling in the muscles after unfamiliar and unaccustomed exercise that kicks in a day or two afterwards. This muscle soreness may deter you from exercising again, but please remember that it's temporary and the more you exercise, the less you should feel it! As a guide, DOMS might feel a little uncomfortable but should feel positive uncomfortable rather than negative uncomfortable
TIPS TO REDUCE THE IMPACT OF DOMS IN CLASS
During class, stay hydrated, take a sip of water now and again
Make sure you do the suggested stretches
Use the massage balls at the end of class and/or at home for some GENTLE self-massage
AFTER CLASS MEASURES
Compression clothing may help
Take a hot bath or shower to dilate blood vessels, promoting blood flow, helping relax muscles
Try alternating cold and hot packs on the sore areas
Take painkillers but if it’s that bad, take easier options in class and please let me know - it might be a technique issue
Rest
Go for a walk to boost circulation
Have a gentle massage or Bowen treatment