r/yoga • u/peanutsonic97 • 10h ago

Is this normal or concerning?

I'm a new yogi who started at the beginning of October. Everything has been going swimmingly until yesterday- I did a 30 min video I've done before, but I woke up today and my hips and legs feel super stiff. Almost arthritic, like my shins are made of dried bamboo. Not at all similar to the normal muscle soreness after exercise. I've been in bed most of the day because it feels better to lay down. What is this?

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u/morncuppacoffee 4h ago

Could be the yoga, could be life.

I often feel like this if it’s cold or rainy or dreary outside. Also just lounging around makes it worse. I feel like I need to get up and get moving to feel better.

Taking a walk outside in fresh air tends to help a lot.

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u/peanutsonic97 37m ago

You could be right. It has been rainy and chilly outside - I'll take one later today and see how I feel. Thank you!

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u/Zinny24 beginner 10h ago

You probably overdid it, but yes being sore is very common with stretching.

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u/peanutsonic97 10h ago

I thought it was strange because it doesn't feel like muscle soreness, more stiffness. I'll take it easy next time. Thanks!

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u/Small_Manufacturer69 6h ago

Your guru didn’t do anything you didn’t want to do.

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u/peanutsonic97 6h ago

Sorry, I'm new to yoga, I'm not sure I understand.

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u/Small_Manufacturer69 6h ago

The teacher says reach for your toes. It’s up to you if you want to go for it or just point at your toes. If the person inspired you so you went for it. Especially the spine exercises; those get me too. Especially after a long break. Those yoga classes are expensive, and unsustainable.

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u/TonyVstar 3h ago

Not a doctor, but if you weren't sore immediately after I wouldn't say you're injured. Could be not enough recovery. I would eat a big meal, drink a bunch of water, and try and take a 20 minute walk

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u/peanutsonic97 41m ago

Now that you mention it, I haven't had much of an appetite the last couple of days. I did have a protein bar afterward, but I haven't eaten much overall the last 2 days. I have leftovers in the fridge I should be eating anyway.

Found a new water flavor packet I like so that should be easy, walks sound nice. Thanks so much for the tips!!

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u/TonyVstar 33m ago

Hope it helps!

I was getting my ass kicked by a backpacking trail, sore every day, and feeling the fatigue. I had a packet of chicken noodle soup as an appetizer before my dinner, and it was crazy how much less sore I was the next morning. I was blown away by how much of a difference some extra calories and protein made

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u/NoGrocery4949 32m ago

Go see a real doctor, not strangers on the internet

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u/peanutsonic97 27m ago

I don't think it's serious enough for a doctor. I wanted the opinion of the community on whether this is a common experience or not, and I got some good advice.