jazz1 Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 ok as therr as some massive people on here and also with great information can you help?. Basically everytime i do my legs i get muscle cramps even after warming up, in the past iv had stomach problems and sometimes still get these. How can i stop cramps? what could i eat? i know salts is one:search: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIL Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 From my experience salt and potassium levels may be low. Are you also taking substitutes like Creatine as they can also increase the cramping? You may equally just be a little unlucky and are more prone to cramps than others! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick001 Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 ok as therr as some massive people on here and also with great information can you help?. Basically everytime i do my legs i get muscle cramps even after warming up, in the past iv had stomach problems and sometimes still get these. How can i stop cramps? what could i eat? i know salts is one:search: my own personnal thing is to stretch before & after each set with legs as mine tended to cramp, i also use creatine now and never have this prob now - hope this helps rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 You might just be unlucky dude with Cramps. Iv never had them working out. Try carbing up before you hit legs. So say you do legs on a Monday, carb up on the sunday afternoon, then all day Monday, until you do legs that night. Edit: forgot to say hit the bike for 5-10mins to get the blood going in your legs Geo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz1 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 its really bad though it happens most times i try to do legs, i guess il have to consult my doctor . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz1 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 guys would these tablets be off any use? http://www.otan.dni.us/webfarm/emailproject/legcramp.htm http://www.revolutionhealthstore.com/qxp10179_333181_sespider/midol/cramps_and_body_aches_tablets.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Is it a particular excercise ? does it happen during the repetiton or after ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan63 Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 i agree with what geo says sounds like your not getting enough "fuel", try and get a banana the day before also warm baths and some deep massage should help the blood flow use a bit of arginne to increase blood flow also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz1 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 it normally happens after i train my legs, normaly the back leg muscle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nicholas Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 you should have asked He-man at santa pod on sunday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 There are three basic causes of cramping. One is when you overflex the calf muscle. One is inadequate oxygenation of muscle, where excess lactic acid, produced by anaerobic respiration, builds up and puts stress on the muscle. The other is lack of water or salt. Cramps from poor oxygenation can be improved by rapid deep breathing, as well as stretching the muscle. Cramps from lack of salt and water can be treated by stretching the muscle, and of course drinking water and increasing salt intake. Pounding on the muscle can increase soreness. Athletes are at greatest risk for muscle cramps, as excessive exercise can produce poor oxygenation. Muscle cramps can be treated by applying a soft massage on the cramped muscle, stretching the muscle and applying heat or cold. Heat improves superficial blood circulation and makes muscles more flexible, so some people find that heat is more soothing for muscle cramps than applying ice. Electrolyte disturbance may cause cramping and tetany of muscles, particularly hypokalemia (a low level of potassium) and hypocalcemia (a low level of calcium). This problem can be solved by drinking electrolyte enhanced fluids, after strenuous muscle activity, and supplementing one's daily diet with a multi-vitamin, which contains potassium and calcium. Carbing up Eating foods high in potassium, such as bananas, potatoes, and prunes, can help prevent muscle cramps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz1 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 cheers geo im off to work i have to read about this later thanks for the info guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 you should have asked He-man at santa pod on sunday Hehe, is that the same guy that goes every year, small blonde girl attached to him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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