158. The Truth About Soreness After Your Workouts (Does It Matter?)

05/08/2025 17 min
158. The Truth About Soreness After Your Workouts (Does It Matter?)

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Episode Synopsis

Is soreness the sign of a good workout, or is that just a myth? In this episode, I break down what muscle soreness really means, why it’s not the best way to measure workout effectiveness, and what you should be paying attention to instead. We’ll talk about DOMS, progressive overload, recovery, and how to tell if your workouts are actually working. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why am I not sore?” This episode is for you.

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