Should You Train When You’re Sore?

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Have you ever enjoyed a day off training, then hit the gym a day later to find getting out of bed or even walking to your car a major physical feat? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! According to HIF fitness blogger Brian Killian, “This type of feeling is so common, it’s actually got its own label – Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness – or DOMS for short”. So what causes it, how dangerous is it, and more importantly should we stop training when suffering from it?

SOURCE: HIF Lifestyle Blog – Read entire story here.

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