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Essential Oils for Sore Muscles + DIY Post-Workout Massage Blend

October 29, 2018 by Chrissy Carroll 2 Comments

A jar of essential oils next to flowers with a text overlay about essential oils for sore muscles

You all know that after a tough workout, there’s nothing worse than that soreness that pops up the next day.  DOMS – otherwise known as delayed exercise muscle soreness in the science world – typically occurs 24-48 hours after a tough workout.  Recently, I heard some runner friends chatting about using essential oils for sore…

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The Ultimate Guide to Tight Calf Muscles for Runners

April 20, 2018 by Chrissy Carroll 26 Comments

Two runners outside with a text overlay about tight calf muscles

Healthy calf muscles are clutch for any runner.  They are involved in powering your stride when going uphill, as well as halting your stride on a downhill or to stop short for an object or person in front of you.  Strong and flexible calves will help you meet your running goals.  Weak or tight calves…

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Filed Under: Fitness, Run & Tri, Running Tagged With: calves, fitness, muscle cramps, running, tight muscles

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