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Tired All the Time? It Might Be What You’re Eating

Youre just a busy mom, the doctor told me after returning with test results that showed no indication of an underlying medical condition that would account for my chronic fatigue: no anemia, no hyperthyroidism, no urinary tract infection or heart issuesall possible causes of extreme exhaustion. Try to give yourself a break, he recommended. Take time to exercise every day, and make sure you get enough sleep. But I did exercise, and I …

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How To Soothe Sore Muscles After A Workout

Has the energy and vigor experienced during yesterday’s workout been replaced by achy, sensitive muscles? Its like a friendly, or maybe not so friendly, reminder of yesterdays activity. The muscle soreness or stiffness a day or so after a workout is called delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and it can happen after an intense workout or new activity. This must be part of that no pain no gain thing.