Please or to access all these features

Add post

Watch this thread

Save thread

Start a new thread

Flip thread

Hide thread

My feed

Active Unanswered threads

Getting started FAQ's

Unanswered threads Acronyms Talk guidelines

Hide shortcut buttons

Talk

The weights room

Mumsnet doesn't verify the qualifications of users. If you have medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional.

Flip

Original poster

Weighttraining newbie!

9 replies

buggerthebotox · 02/04/2017 12:19

I've recently started doing one-to-one weights at my local gym. Classes are half an hour, and not too taxing (yet).

After Friday's session I felt fine, but yesterday my legs were really sore, to the point of incapacitating me, nearly! I could barely walk

Is this normal? I'm still stiff today, but better. The sore muscles are at the front of my legs, between my knees and thighs.

I don't want to let this put me off of it's normal. I'm enjoying the sessions and feel stronger and more toned already.

OP posts:

Lalsy · 03/04/2017 12:52

HI, I am no expert but google DOMS. I have upped my exercising and weights type stuff in the last year or so and tried new things and have found I am often a bit stiff and sore in new places a day or two afterwards. Doing some more exercise (gentle if need be) usually helps, and perhaps having a hot bath on the day i you can. Doesn't seem to be anything to worry about though.

Original poster

buggerthebotox · 03/04/2017 19:26

Thanks, laisy. I'm really enjoying the sessions. I was knackered due to lack of sleep as well, so couldn't face much strenuous movement. Pleased to know it's not just me.

OP posts:

Original poster

buggerthebotox · 09/07/2017 13:15

I'm still doing the weights, and enjoying it!

I think I'm making progress. I can squat with 25k now, and my balance is much better. I can even touch my toes for the first time ever!

How are you all doing? Any inspirational stories to share?

OP posts:

TrifectaPT · 09/07/2017 15:08

This reply has been deleted

Message deleted by MNHQ. Here's a link to our Talk Guidelines.

Original poster

buggerthebotox · 09/07/2017 15:38

Oh Thanks! I'm getting on, and I'm finding the weights great for toning. My shape is definitely changing and I'm feeling much stronger.

I still get a bit sore, but nothing like that first time! Must be getting used to it.

OP posts:

TrifectaPT · 09/07/2017 15:44

Keep at it 😊 you'll be where you want to be before you know it 😊

Original poster

buggerthebotox · 09/07/2017 15:46

.....even my jowls seem to be improving. Must be all the grimacing....

OP posts:

TrifectaPT · 09/07/2017 15:56

Haha excellent 😂😂

MaidOfStars · 13/07/2017 10:24

The only bit of my face I'll be toning is my left upper lip, which I cannot prevent forming an Elvis-style gurn when I'm maxing effort

DOMS is terrible, especially quads/glutes - it's never dignified to have to grip toilet roll holders in order to lift yourself off the loo.

Sounds like the last thing you'd want to do but running really helps me. It's painful for a few km, but really eases off after that, and doesn't return with anywhere near as much vengeance.

Flip