Sakura FalaheeHealth, Fitness, and NutritionMr. Ashabraner18 May, 2021“No Pain, No Gain”The phrase “no pain, no gain” is common phrase that is said when exercising and striving for agoal. However, is this myth or fact? The answer is that this phrase is a myth and is untrue. “There’s adifference between discomfort and pain.” says Professional Fitness Trainer David H. Williams.“Youdon’t have to have pain to get results”(Cooper Aerobics). Often times, people cannot identity thedifference between good and bad pain. This is a major factor in what leads athletes to have injuries andmishaps.First it is important to understand the difference between a good and bad pain. A good pain isoften what doctors and physiotherapists describe as “delayed onset muscle soreness”. This sorenessshould only last a couple of days. This is not a bad thing, for the muscle gets stronger, builds densertissue, and builds endurance when there is a reason to remodel itself (PT Health). On the other hand,bad pain can be indentured as the cause of an injury. The experiencing of sharp, acute pain whenworking out can indicate a warning sign. Choosing to push farther and work the muscle to its limit after
