Your Recovery Timeline

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Recovery doesn't start the day after your workout.

It starts the moment you finish.

Here's what your body is doing behind the scenes, and how you can help it recover at every stage.

 0-2 Hours After Exercise 

Your muscles have worked hard.

Energy stores are depleted, your body has lost fluids, and your muscles begin repairing microscopic damage caused during exercise.

Focus on:

✔ Rehydrate with water and electrolytes
✔ Eat a meal containing protein and carbohydrates
✔ Gentle walking or light movement
✔ Compression to help support circulation after activity

 24 Hours Later 

This is when soreness often begins to appear.

Your body is still repairing muscle tissue, and your joints may start to feel stiff after yesterday's session.

Focus on:

✔ Keep moving with light activity
✔ Prioritise a good night's sleep
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Continue supporting recovery with graduated compression

 48 Hours Later 

For many people, this is when muscle soreness peaks.

If you've trained hard, your body is still working to repair and rebuild.

Focus on:

✔ Mobility work or gentle stretching
✔ Nutritious meals
✔ Plenty of fluids
✔ Listen to your body before jumping into another intense session

 72 Hours Later 

Most people should now be feeling recovered and ready to train again.

If you're still experiencing significant pain or swelling, it could be a sign your body needs more time.

Recovery isn't about doing less.

It's about giving your body what it needs to perform again.

 Where Does Compression Fit In? 

Unlike nutrition or sleep, compression can support you throughout your recovery.

Graduated compression gently helps move blood back towards the heart, improving circulation to working muscles while helping clear excess fluid and metabolic waste.

The result?

Less heaviness.

Less stiffness.

More confidence heading into your next session.

Whether you're running, hiking, lifting or simply staying active, recovery starts long before your next workout.

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The Bearhug Pack

Bearhug supports are certified Class I Medical Devices designed to provide graduated compression and support. If you're experiencing persistent pain or symptoms that don't improve, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.