{"id":672,"date":"2022-02-24T02:25:18","date_gmt":"2022-02-24T02:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/?p=672"},"modified":"2022-02-24T02:25:21","modified_gmt":"2022-02-24T02:25:21","slug":"should-i-run-if-my-legs-are-sore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/should-i-run-if-my-legs-are-sore\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Run if My Legs Are Sore?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Pushing through the pain is a source of pride for some runners, and most of us have experience with going for a run on a small ache. Running through soreness and ignoring pain are two very different issues, and it can lead to serious injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It can be very difficult to tell the difference between an everyday ache, possibly caused by a change in routine, and the start of a real injury. But with this guide, we can help you decide when to stop, and when to keep on going. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sore legs are a common part of running, and are likely to occur when you try a new routine, or push the pace up. Muscles that haven’t been used suddenly come into play, and your body has to adapt to a different tempo. It’s no surprise that there are some aches and pains the next morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pain after a particularly difficult run is often the result of delayed onset muscle soreness, known as DOMS. This is caused by small tears in the muscle and can last for several days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although it isn’t pleasant, DOMS is rarely anything to worry about. In fact, it’s a necessity for improving your strength and endurance. As the muscles repair, they build back stronger. In this situation, continuing to exercise is a good idea, and shouldn’t cause any further harm.<\/p>\n\n\n