There’s
nothing worse than trying to get in a good workout and discovering that your
legs are too tired to do what you want them to do. Leg recovery is so important and should be a
part of your regular training routine.
Here are some great ways to help you keep those legs fresh and strong:
· Nutrition! - Make sure to refuel properly after
every workout. I like to have a protein
shake right after a workout to help my muscles start to rebuild themselves as
quickly as possible, and then within the next 2 hours have a healthy meal that
includes healthy carbs, fats and of course protein. That 2 hour window is crucial for recovery –
you must give your body the fuel it needs to rebuild if you want to get
stronger!
·
Massage - You can do this yourself or have a nice
friend do it for you J Make
sure to massage all the muscles in your legs.
Massage actually helps to remove the metabolic waste that’s built up in
your muscles due to your workout.
·
Stretching – You have to stretch after your
workouts. After a workout your muscles
are shortened and tight. You need to
lengthen and loosen them up. This will
also help to move built up metabolic waste out of the muscles and it will take
tension off your joints. Chronically
tight muscle groups typically lead to injury down the road.
·
Epsom salts bath – Epsom salts are alkaline and will
help to neutralize the lactic acid that’s built up in your muscles.
· Cold Water! - This is one of my favourites even
though it’s not the most pleasant feeling at first. You can soak in a tub of cold water (add ice
if you’re really hard core) or you can do it in the shower. I like the shower option. Take the shower head and direct it at one of
your legs and slowly cool the water down until it’s cold. Keep the water on your leg for about 30
seconds, do the other leg and then warm up the water again. Repeat for as many times as you like.
Try some of
these options and see what works for you.
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