So, I finished break-in right before new years, and just started FLI on monday. I'm following the Eternal Beginner program. I have a question though.
I have been getting pretty sore after every workout, and it wasn't really a big deal in the break-in because I only had to work out twice a week. Now with FLI, i'm supposed to work out three times a week.
My question is, should I work out while sore? or would that be counter-productive?
Just some background, I'm pretty new to working out. I worked out for about 8 months pretty regularly, but then took three months off, because I was out of the country. When I got back, I bought NROL, and started on the program. I run for 5 minutes before working out, then do the warm-ups suggested in the book. I stretch after working out, and I also drink a whey protein shake. I used to get sore when I worked out beofre, but never for this long. I attribute it to NROL being a better workout, and the long time off. I don't think i'm overworking myself during my routine.
I'm assuming you're sore with DOMS, right in the muscle bellies, and that you are not "sore" with real pain in any joints. If that's the case, then it's fine to workout again while you're still sore, but you should begin to adapt to the exercises over time. Just about the time you're getting used to them, the program will change, and it's like starting all over again! HA! You've got to keep your body guessing.
Looks like you're about 3 weeks ahead of me on the same program! I've lifted before with DOMS. I mostly get it in my legs, although I feel it right now in my arms. I've found that it really helps to walk for 10-15 minutes on the treadmill before lifting when I have DOMS. It kinda works all the kinks out a bit. Also, a good stretching session after lifting really helps DOMS as well. I spent about 15 minutes really stretching after lifting last night and I feel pretty good today (other than my arms of course!)
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This post sounds a lot like me. I too just started FL1 on Monday and can hardly walk still today. I was thinking it would be best to skip the gym today because of the soreness but after reading the above info, I will be going to the gym today. I will do a longer warm-up to loosen things up a bit then go for the BSS
I have been lurking on the site for some time now and thought it would be a good time to register and post. Thanks for the info and advice as a lot of the posts have great info.
Welcome to the forum and good luck with your workout today! Lengthening the warm-up is a good idea. If you find that you are not able to do as much as you'd hoped, that's fine too. It's just great that you showed up and made the effort. Your body will begin to adapt and you won't have this extreme soreness after every workout (as least I wouldn't expect you to).
Just as an update, I went to the gym, and warmed up a little longer. 10 minutes on the elliptical, then the regular NROL warmup. Once I actually started lifting weights, all of the soreness went away. I was kinda suprised. The workout was an ass-kicker though. Not sure if it was because my body was tired or what.
The BSS were interesting. I almost fell down a couple of times doing them. I managed to do 10 on all three sets, with just body weight. balance is really a factor in that one. The swiss ball lateral roll was kinda weird too. I may go back on an off day to practice that one, because the movement is a little odd.
Overall, a pretty good workout. I never wanted to take a nap so bad in my life. Tomorrow should be interesting. I'll probably be able to move as fluid as the tin man from the wizard of oz.
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