232 | Muscle Cramping! Why does it happen and What can you do about it?!
Welcome to Episode 232 of The Optimal Body Podcast
Muscle Cramping! Why does it happen and What can you do about it?!
Cramping at night? Perhaps after a long stretch or a big workout? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into what cramping looks like, explaining the symptoms that might be experienced. Then, they name the potential contributing factors to muscle cramping, expanding beyond just the muscle itself. Furthermore, they provide insight into nocturnal cramping and how you can use breathwork, mobility, and a holistic approach to prevent or manage cramps. Let’s dive in.
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What You Will Learn PT Pearl:
01:17 – What does cramping look like?
01:49 – Why does muscle cramping happen?
03:33 – What causes muscle cramping?
09:48 – Nocturnal cramping
11:21 – Preventing cramps
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