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What can aid recovery after intense workouts?

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Dr. Jeffrey Sider answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Fluids, etc: I would start with a fluid electrolyte supplement i would also walk for awhile after intense workouts to get the Lactic Acid out of your muscles maybe try to ice the affected area and consider a mild NSAID after exercise.

Answered 6/26/2014

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