You know we all suffer from 'bubble wrap' those areas packed with layers of lactic acid which hurt like hell ( in the armpit and the inside of the knees for instance). Well here's something from a cutting in a newspaper which sounds good in theory and might help. Post me if you try it so we can see the results. Ta.
Stand under a warm shower then turn heat up for 60 seconds then turn to cold for 60 seconds,repeat 5 times. This causes your blood vessels to dilate and constrict, flushing out lactic acid - a compound produced in the muscles when you exercise, causing stiffness. You'll feel less soreness, recover quicker, and can get more out of the next exercise session.
Good luck!
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Do you have to plunge to cold or can you slowly reduce the temp?
I didn't know it is lactic acid that causes the pain - thank you for another learning for the day
Spirit x x x
Oh i would not mind the hot but the cold not so keen lol, trouble is i have got a shower but prefer a bath so i wont be able to try it but sure someone will on here will be interesting to find out if it works wont it? take care love to all diddle xx
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