5 Ways to Relieve Achy Muscles

Foam Rolling - Foam rolling on tight muscles helps to release tight trigger points, which can also cause other muscles to shut down. Use this on any tight spots before exercising to avoid injury, and afterward on the same muscles to massage and relieve tension. 

Ice - Ice is an anesthetic, so using ice on a sore spot will temporarily relieve pain. Inflammation is caused by increased blood flow to the area because of the extra effort put towards healing it. Cold pressing slows the blood flow and inflammation.

Massage - Consider this your permission to take a spa day! When you become achy after a workout, your body can cut off circulation to that area. A post-exercise massage can help increase blood flow to the muscles you have been working, which in turn can help muscular soreness.

Stretching - Stretching can be a great way to relieve your sore muscles. This is an easy, budget-conscious method to stay active and to relieve yourself of soreness, without having to resort to massages or other medicinal remedies.

Keep Moving - Always aim to keep moving after your workout. Walk around, do bodyweight squats, arm circles, stretch to the ceiling, a few push-ups. If it's muscle soreness that you are worried about, why not try going for a short walk or play a sport, such as tennis? Active recovery is the best way- as much as you want to collapse on the sofa, it will not help with achy muscles.