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We all know the feeling of waking up stiff and sore after a heavy workout the previous day.<\/span><\/p>\n Although feeling sore after a workout is a sign of a job well done, we can agree that walking around stiff and sore for days after a workout is best to be avoided.<\/span><\/p>\n Luckily, active recovery workouts are more effective for beating delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) than just taking a pain killer and waiting for it to pass.[1]<\/sup> They are also accessible to beginners and more advanced athletes alike.<\/p>\n Keep reading to learn more about what active recovery is, how it compares to passive recovery, and some workout tips to help you get started:<\/span><\/p>\n Table of contents Active recovery includes specific exercises done either during your workout, directly afterward, or in the days following to speed up muscle recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n The exercises you do on your active recovery days are often the same ones you would do during regular workouts, with cycling and jogging being two popular options.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\nWhat is Active Recovery?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n