Stay hydrated throughout the day
Muscle soreness is a common part of everyday life — whether it comes from increased activity, long days on your feet, physical work, or simply doing something your body isn’t used to. While soreness is normal, there are sensible ways to support comfort, recovery, and ongoing movement.



As we age or become less tolerant to physical stress, muscle soreness can:
Last longer than it used to
Feel more intense after everyday activities
Affect sleep and movement quality
Discourage regular activity
Soreness is often linked to micro-damage in muscle tissue, fluid shifts, and inflammation — all normal processes, but ones that can benefit from supportive care.
Complete rest often makes stiffness worse. Gentle movement helps promote blood flow and recovery.
Supporting hydration, mineral balance, and inflammation helps muscles recover more comfortably.
Recovery becomes just as important as activity itself — especially as we age.
Muscle soreness usually appears when muscles are exposed to:
New or increased activity
Repetitive or sustained effort
Prolonged postures or physical work
This leads to microscopic muscle fibre stress, fluid shifts, and inflammation. Supporting recovery doesn’t mean stopping these processes — it means helping the body resolve them efficiently.
Adequate fluid and mineral balance support muscle contraction and relaxation.
Magnesium supports muscle relaxation and nervous system calm, which can help reduce tightness.
Support inflammatory balance and joint comfort over time.
Walking, stretching, or light activity promotes circulation and reduces stiffness.
Warmth can help relax tight muscles and improve comfort.
Muscle soreness:
Persistent, severe, or worsening pain should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
Stay hydrated throughout the day
Support minerals like magnesium
Keep moving gently rather than resting completely
Use warmth and light stretching
Prioritise sleep and recovery
Support recovery and comfort
Help maintain regular movement
Reduce stiffness and tension
Fit into everyday routines
Not instant fixes
Require consistency
Don’t replace medical care for injuries
Muscle soreness is a normal part of staying active and engaged in daily life — especially as we age. Managing it well isn’t about eliminating soreness entirely, but about supporting recovery so it doesn’t linger or limit movement.
For us, a combination of hydration, minerals, gentle movement, and rest provides the most reliable, sustainable relief. It’s not dramatic — but it works.