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The Science of DOMS: Why Your Muscles Ache After That First Fall Workout

By IDEA Editorial Staff / September 10, 2025

If you’ve ever restarted workouts after a summer break and found yourself sore the next morning, you’ve met Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS). That familiar ache, peaking 24 to 72 hours after exercise, is your body’s natural response to new or intense activity. Far from being a sign of failure, DOMS reflects how your muscles…

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New Insights Into DOMs

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / March 20, 2024

Researchers reviewed studies on DOMS caused by eccentric contractions, noting instances when DOMS could be reduced.

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Physical Activity: 10 FAQs and Answers

By Jason Karp, PhD / March 31, 2002

Every day, fitness professionals are faced with a multitude of questions that range from losing weight to rehabilitating injuries. While it is difficult to know all the answers, providing clients with ready responses can be a testament to your professional credibility. This article addresses some of the more popular questions clients ask and provides the information you need to answer them quickly.

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