9 Tweets That Hilariously Capture The Struggle Of Sore Muscles

Repeat after us: Ouch.

The aftermath of a workout can be painful, especially if you’ve pushed your body to a new limit. “Delayed onset muscle soreness,” or DOMS, as it’s formally known, is what happens when the body is repairing tiny tears in the muscles that occur during exercise . But we know what it’s really called: Torture.

Of course, aching muscles shouldn’t deter you from working out again. The benefits of exercise are boundless, from reduced stress to a healthier heart . But that doesn’t mean you can’t moan about how bad it hurts when it’s done (complaining is almost as good as an ice bath, right?).

Sore muscles following a workout are completely normal. But if the pain is intense and persistent beyond a few days or it feels impossible to put weight on a certain part of your body, you may need to consult a physician to make sure there aren't any serious injuries.

Below are a few sentiments that perfectly nail the painful plight of (totally normal!) post-workout soreness: