Should I continue training with dumbbells if my muscles are sore?
Disease description:
I feel muscle soreness after doing dumbbell exercises. Should I continue training when my muscles are sore from lifting dumbbells?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
It's acceptable to exercise with mild muscle soreness from weight training. Muscle soreness occurs at the beginning of exercise due to lactic acid buildup from glucose metabolism under anaerobic conditions. After workouts, simply pay attention to cool-down exercises, massage, and adequate electrolyte replenishment. Additionally, applying heat therapy and stretching can further relieve muscle fatigue.
