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Hi Rick,
Is the level of soreness the day after a work out an accurate gauge for determining how productive of a workout I had the day before?
Sometimes, the day after I work my legs, they are so sore that I can barely walk. Other times they are SORE - but not painful at all. I have noticed this variation after doing similar lifting programs on different days.
Thanks!
Hi
No not really, I mean if your legs are sore to whatever level of discomfort you feel then your leg muscles have been worked well.
You could have the best workout ever and not feel any pain the next day, if that did happen not a problem as sometimes the muscles won't build lactic acid up as much etc.
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Answers by Expert:
Richard Edmondson
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I have a level 2 gym instructors qualification an a VTCT Diploma in Anatomy physiology and nutrition. I give advice on people`s weight lifting routines, from their technique, to the amount of sets/reps they need 2 do. I can also create nutritional programmes, or give nutritional advice to anyone that works out. I also have experience in pre and post workout recovery exercises and can give advice on warming up stretches and cooling down strecthes. For anybody wanting online personal training please check out my new website: www.rsefitness.com
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I have a level 2 gym instructors qualification an a VTCT Diploma in Anatomy physiology and nutrition.
I also work regularly at a local gym
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