I am not sure if I agree with Devinmarie. My teacher (Human Anatomy & Physiology) recommended everyone to stretch after (not before) exercising. This means, in order to muscles to be “broaden,” you need to stimulate it first. If you stop exercising just because you are feeling sore, you will elongate the time. This will cause more pain than you think. Nevertheless, taking bath is a logical solution, but not the best. You should seek for sport massage, ice bath, use R.I.C.E., or try yoga. If you need more help, visit this website:
sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/injuries/a/doms.htm
Remember, stretching is your friend in any sports.
sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/injuries/a/doms.htm
Remember, stretching is your friend in any sports.