on Optimizing DOMS Recovery & Ice Water Baths

When we talk about recovery from exercise, people often forget that the point of it is to improve performance. It’s easy to get caught up in crazes such as ice baths, but if it doesn’t make you run faster or lift more weight, is it a worthwhile recovery strategy? EXPECT TO LEARN:   📍 The key question when thinking about any recovery protocol 📍 How to reduce or improve DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) 📍 The least (and most) effective methods of recovery 📍 How realistic the hype around cold water baths for recovery is 📍 The signs of DOMS and how to decrease its effect on performance   🔗 Full show notes can be found here 🔗 Sign up for the email list  ABOUT THE SHOW The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.   ABOUT US   📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.  📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, podcaster, and brand coach to gym owners & entrepreneurs. Find him on social media. Full Disclaimer