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Is It Soreness or Injury? How to Know and What to Do
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In this episode of Beast of Burden, Paul tackles one of the most common questions in training:
How do you know if what you’re feeling is just DOMS… or something more serious?
This is essential listening for anyone who’s started training (or restarted after a break), and finds themselves unsure whether to keep going, slow down, or stop altogether.
🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How to tell the difference between delayed onset muscle soreness, strain, and injury
- Why most beginners mistake discomfort for danger
- The role of planned progression in reducing risk
- How to use pain signals wisely (and when to seek help)
- Why “just doing a session” can do more harm than good
- The difference between rest days and active recovery (and which one you actually need)
- Why working with a coach changes everything — from confidence to consistency
- Whether you’re brand new to the gym or returning after a long break, this episode is your guide to navigating those early weeks and learning how to train smart.
🔗 Links & Resources
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