of metabolism and tissue damage clog up your lymphatic channels, which can prevent fluids and minerals from entering your system and speeding repair, says Pedlar. "The best way to minimise delayed onset muscle soreness and drain your lymphatic system is ice
. "Simultaneously stretching opposing muscles – like the biceps and triceps – to induce a deeper, better stretch, can reduce delayed onset of muscle soreness by up to a third," explains Gemma McCartney, running tutor at Lifetime Training (www
