Each week, I ask a question about a common running science myth. Answer correctly and you'll be entered into the weekly raffle.
That burning, heavy-legs feeling you get 24-48 hours after a hard workout is caused by what?
Tap your answer to lock it in.
A. Residual lactic acid still pooled in the muscles 🧪🤕
B. Microtears in muscle fibers, triggering an inflammatory repair response 🔬💪
C. Dehydration from the hard session reducing cellular water volume 💧📉
D. Nerve fatigue — the brain’s pain receptors become hypersensitive 🧠⚡
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