So I played football for the first time in probably a year the other day…
And the next morning?
I genuinely struggled to get off the toilet.
The morning after that?
Even worse…
Like, full-on “brace yourself, I’m about to get up” levels of soreness.
Now if you’ve not exercised in a while and / or you do anything outside your usual routine, that kind of soreness can feel like a warning sign.
But it’s not…
It’s just your muscles waking up and going, “Erm, what was that?!”
Here’s the good news:
- The more consistently you do it, the less sore you’ll be (as research shows)
- Your body actually adapts surprisingly quickly — even if it doesn’t feel like it at the time.
- And over time, you’ll feel stronger, more mobile, and less stiff day to day.
Feeling sore? Here’s what helps:
- Gentle movement (even a slow walk helps)
- Hydration + stretching
- Strength training that’s tailored to you (I love this as I can still focus on upper body even if my legs are sore)
- And… doing it more often (consistency wins!)
The first few times are always the hardest — but if you keep showing up, it gets easier. Promise.
So if you’re feeling it after that first session — or struggling to get off the loo like me — don’t stop. Sure, you MAY have overdone it a bit. But, it will get easier.
And don’t forget to go at your own pace. Your pace is the right pace, as we always say at Fruci Fit.
Our Summer 28 Day Kickstart for women 40+, 50+, 60+, 70+ and 80+ who pretty much know what to do but need the plan and accountability to do it…
Begins after Easter.
Want to join us?
Message me with ‘Kickstart’ and I will get you the details
Matt