Is it true that if you work out when your muscles are sore you burn more calories?

Question

I went for a really long run yesterday and now my leg muscles are really sore? I heard that if I work out again today I will burn more calories because of the acid stuff in my muscles that's making me sore.

Answer 1

No, it is not true. Your muscles are sore because exercise actually causes damage to the individual muscle fibers. You get stronger and build muscle as your body repairs this damage while you rest.

Just because you are sore when you exercise again does not mean you are burning more calories.

Dave S.
Owner, Perfect Fit Personal Training Studio
http://www.thetruthaboutdiets.com

Answer 2

I'm not sure if you will burn more calories but it will hurt like hell and take longer to heal! Your muscles get sore because they tear (tiny micro tears). Fluid builds up outside the muscle cells and pressure forms in the tissue. Your nerves feel this pressure, hence the sore legs.

Answer 3

Yes its true...your body is working harder to perform and when your muscles are sore and tired your muscles will stretch and grow. More muscle the more calories you will burn.

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Here it is:

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Answer 4

I hardly doubt being sore burns more calories. However you WILL do damage to your muscles if you overdo it. Muscles need time to heal and rest and if you work out when they're sore you're going to damage them. If you feel like you absolutely HAVE to work out while you're sore, take it easy and don't do anything strenuous.

Answer 5

I think that you get rid of the soreness by keeping on working out.

Answer 6

True maybe but don't overdo when the muscles are sore lest it may aggravate the problem!

Answer 7

This is not true. Your muscles "fix themselves" while you sleep. Sleep on it, then workout again. You need to give your muscles time to regenerate before you damage them further.

Answer 8

I dont know if that is true but i know that if you exercise more .. you will get fit.
♥the birthday girl

Answer 9

thats what ive heard

Answer 10

true