Pain vs. Discomfort in Training

Not All “Pain” Is the Same

Discomfort is part of growth. Pain is information.

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Discomfort Is Predictable

Pain is sharp, sudden, or progressive [1].

• Muscle burn

• Soreness

• Fatigue

Joint Pain ≠ Muscle Fatigue

Joint pain often worsens with volume. Muscle soreness improves with movement.

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Adjust — Don’t Quit

Modifying range, tempo, or load preserves momentum.

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Final Takeaway: listening to your body is a skill. Learn it.

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Citations

[1] Bahr & Holme, British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2003[2] Grgic et al., Sports Medicine, 2021

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