Muscle soreness is a common issue for runners, especially those who run on hard surfaces such as concrete and asphalt. Discomfort typically occurs anywhere from 24 to 48 hours after running or other intense exercises. Help yourself alleviate muscle soreness and discomfort with routine foot detox baths among other health and wellness-based activities.

Top 5 Tips For Relieving Running-Related Muscle Pain

1. Drink Plenty of Water

Drink plenty of water before, during, and after your run to avoid losing too much fluid and feeling the painful effects such as muscle cramps and fatigue. As a guideline, men should consume around six to 11 cups of water per day, while women should aim for four to seven.

2. Treat Yourself to a Foot Detox Bath

Eliminate bodily toxins to promote quick healing after running or any other physical activity. Relax with your feet in an IonCleanse® foot detox bath for about 30 minutes once your run is over to pull toxins out of your body and sidestep related symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, swelling, and pain.

3. Remember to Stretch

Stretch your major muscle groups within 25 to 30 minutes of completing your run. Focus on static stretches to provide your calves, quads, hamstrings, hips, and any other muscles with the cooldown they need. Aim for 10- to 15-minute sessions to get the most from this activity.

4. Use Ice Packs

Apply ice packs to your legs, feet, hips, and anywhere else that’s bothering you post-run, such as your lower back. Use a pack on an affected area for 15 minutes at a time to avoid numbing the surrounding tissues. You can also take ice baths to soothe sore muscles.

5. Enjoy Healthy Meals

Provide your body with essential nutrients after your run to help muscle fibers heal quickly and become stronger. Eat snacks and meals of four parts carbohydrates to one part protein for best results. Carbohydrates replenish burned-out glycogen stores in your muscles, while protein produces the amino acids and hormones responsible for healthy muscle rebuilding.

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