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Please advise if it's ok to lift weights after being sore?

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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Yes, if you have mild - moderate soreness from working out, it's ok to resume/continue your workout program. If your symptoms become severe and/or localized, then it would be wise to ease off on your workout program and consider seeing a physician, depending on the severity of the symptoms.

Answered 3/24/2014

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