Subject: RE: Weight training - Friel's Max Strength phase....oy! Since you've read his book, I'll assume you know everything you should about base training, anatomical adaptation, when and how best to increase intensity -- the works. I'll skip straight to the topic of delayed-onset muscle soreness (which is what you're feeling 2-3 days later ) and what works for me.
1. Stretching lots after doing weights. Some people say it does nothing for them, but for me, it's important.
2. Ice, ice, and more ice. I love a good ice bath right after a workout, and find it is extremely helpful in preventing muscle soreness.
3. Nutrition. While in the ice bath, I eat something that has that all-important carb-to-protein ratio we're all talking about, plus as many antioxidants as possible. And in general, eat as much fruit and veg as you can handle. It's all good stuff for muscle repair.
4. Traumeel cream. It's a homeopathic, herbal hippie preparation. Rub it on your muscles after a workout, and witness its magical sorness preventing/relieving powers.
Best of luck to you! |