It's called "delayed onset muscle soreness," or "DOMS." Follow BI Video: On Twitter More from Science There is a scientific reason why you don't feel the pain of a workout until the day after.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the physiological and psychological effects of massage on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Methods: Eighteen volunteers were randomly ...

It can also help improve your performance in your sport, help with soreness after exercise and lower your ... lunging in the same fashion. Engage your abdominal muscles throughout this exercise to ...

Also known as Viparita Karani, this pose helps reduce soreness in the ... helping in overall muscle recovery. This psoe also helps to stretch the abdominal muscles, shoulders and chest.

This type of soreness comes from challenging your muscles beyond their usual capacity - something you want to do during exercise. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.