Achey breaky heart

Achey breaky heart

10 Aug 2009 08:21 AM | Posted by Editor

Yesterday beauties, I ran the City2Surf for the first time ever. I know, hard to believe given that I’d take beauty over bicep curls any day of the week.

It was difficult, but so, so much fun. Well that’s what I thought yesterday. For today, I am in a whole new world of pain. That’s why I’m relying on these little beauties to get me through the day…

GOANNA Heat Cream – the Trial Team raved about this, and I can see why. It provides relief for muscle aches and tightness, arthritis and back pain in an instant. Next year I’ll be sure to slather some on before the race.

HERRON Fish Oil 1000mg – I take fish oil daily as it helps to keep an active brain, but did you also know that it can assist in the relief of joint inflammation and provide a healthy complexion? Yes indeedy. So be sure to take these daily – and don’t worry, they don’t taste of fish.

Boiron Arnica Gel and Pillules – this is a natural solution to bruises (which thankfully I don’t have), muscle aches and stiffness (which I definitely do have). The capsules work to reduce the pain, inflammation and discomfort associated with muscular trauma, while the non-sticky gel reduces swelling and discolouration from bruises and falls, of which there were plenty yesterday.

Natio for Men Muscle Soothing Heat Rub – okay so this is for the boys, but I’ve been using it too – I’m quite a fan of men’s products; Miranda Kerr uses some of the Clinique Skin Supplies For Men range so if it’s good enough for her, it’s good enough for me. This uses peppermint, warming menthol and ginger to help stimulate circulation and relieve stiffness.

So here’s hoping I’m in tip-top condition by tomorrow

Sarah x

What are your tips for comforting a tired, aching body?

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Member Comments (72)

Posted by: Naazmij (Australia)

well done on doing the city2surf, it sounds like fun.
I think I will be getting myself some GOANNA heat cream after reading the reviews!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 8:39am)

Posted by: Delicious Girl (Australia)

Those products seem wonderful. Hope you feel better Sarah.
A few analgesics followed by a good night's uninterrupted sleep does the trick for me. I think it is okay to take tablets when you really need them.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 8:51am)

Posted by: MissKrispy (Member since 2008, Australia)

Epsom Salts in a hot bath and a good book help heal what physically ails you!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 8:56am)

Posted by: Beauty Obsession (Member since 2007, Australia)

was going to say the same thing MissKrispy. There's nothing like a hot bath to soothe sore tired muscles and help you feel relaxed. As well as fish oil tablets, glucasamine is also good for arthritis and sore joints.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:04am)

Posted by: bluerose (Member since 2007, Australia)

Wow, good job! I do the Bridge to Brisbane every year, admittedly I don't run, just walk at a good pace! Hope you recover quickly!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:20am)

Posted by: hot chillies (Member since 2008, Australia)

My son & his girlfreind and her whole family entered the city to surf, im waiting to hear how it went. I have used GOANNA heat cream for years, great product, it releives the aches and pains.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:29am)

Posted by: Snazzie (Member since 2008, Australia)

Good on you Sarah for giving it a go! You can be very proud of yourself!

I don't think you can beat a relaxing hot bath with some epsom salts and/or lavendar oil to soothe and relax a tired aching body. I'm really liking the sound of the Natio for Men Muscle Soothing Heat Rub though, and might give this a try sometime.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:36am)

Posted by: Abby (Member since 2007, Australia)

Wow ~ good work Sarah !!
a nice bath usually does the trick with aching bodies ~ how about getting a massage ?? You've got the perfect excuse !!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:39am)

Posted by: Aryanny (Australia)

Well done for the effort Sarah! You should be proud!

Hmm, nothing beats a hot bath and massage to get rid of aches and pains. And sleep!

Hope you get better soon! x

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 9:44am)

Posted by: annibaby (Member since 2008, Australia)

Participating in a fun run is a great thing, so well done Sarah on getting involved.
What I have an aching body a nice relaxing bath with some soothing relaxation music does the trick. Also getting a massage from another person is also good for an aching body.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:09am)

Posted by: sharna2 (Member since 2007, Australia)

it is gonna be at least 3 days before you feel semi normal!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:09am)

Posted by: Skitzkitty (Australia)

A decent massage for sure - although the cure can sometimes be worse than the disease. I'm sporting some amazing black bruises that cover both butt-cheeks from a deep-tissue massage over the weekend!!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:10am)

Posted by: Susanjane (Australia)

I'm with a lot of the other ladies here - a hot bath cures everything!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:13am)

Posted by: maKem3Up (Member since 2008, Australia)

mmm i saw everyone running..and i was soo happy that was not me!! Good on you for doing it!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:27am)

Posted by: yeahemaan (Australia)

i need fish oil tablets ;-)

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 10:40am)

Posted by: Michelle007 (Australia)

conrats on running the city2surf. i always have a heat rub in the drawers, or if theres time a nice warm spa will loosen me up

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:03am)

Posted by: flutter (Member since 2008, Australia)

Congratulations Sarah! What a feat you have done.
Mine is a hot shower, as my bath sprout fell off, *sigh* then apply deep heat. It makes it so much hotter on the skin!
Love Flutter.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:07am)

Posted by: Belleful (Australia)

Great effort! The old Dencorub is good too for muscle soreness.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:09am)

Posted by: Blissful Beauty (Member since 2007, Australia)

Well done, Sarah! I've done the City2Surf and know just how you feel! A hot bath and massage are great when you get a chance. Yet, a good heat cream like GOANNA is an excellent easy solution! I also like nicking men's products, too. Some men's moisturisers really suit my combination skin.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:09am)

Posted by: Blissful Beauty (Member since 2007, Australia)

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:09am)

Posted by: Mv09 (Australia)

good work :) i've never participated in city2surf but it sounds engaging and really tiring! I usually just go for a long hot bath with candles and scented oil :) Oh and soothing music

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:28am)

Posted by: dancr (Member since 2008, Australia)

Hope your muscles are feeling better soon Sarah! I'm defintiely liking the sounds of the GOANNA Heat Cream. My tips for healing an aching body is a nice long hot bath or a good massage. It always works wonders!

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:35am)

Posted by: JL (Member since 2008, Australia)

You little fitness junkie you ... Don't worry Sarah - I'm just jealous. When you get home soak in a bath with Epsom salts and Bicarb Soda - about a cupful of each (or more depending on your need!) Epsom salts relaxes the muscles and Bicarb soothes and softens the skin.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:36am)

Posted by: Jo-ness (Australia)

Aw you poor thing. But congratulatons! Certainly better than I would do.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 11:48am)

Posted by: Psychadelle (Australia)

Congratulations Sarah! That must have been an amazing achievement! I agree with the other girls, a hot bath with scented bath salts works for me everytime.

Posted on: August 10, 2009 (Aug 10, 2009 12:13pm)