An injury can be one of the worst things a person goes through. It sidelines us for a long time depending on the injury, which prevents us from showing up to training sessions, training at the gym, playing sports and even more. Fortunately however, there are ways to speed up the healing process other than sleeping, using ice packs and resting at home. In the article, we will show you supplements that will help you heal as fast as possible so that you can show up to the next sparring session!
Inflammation
Inflammation of the joints, muscles and soft tissue can become very painful very quickly. It’s a natural response of the body in order to recover from trauma – but certain supplements can help speed up the inflammation function & reduce it in soft tissue.
Omega 3 supplements have a positive effect on inflammation as it reduces it in soft tissue & brain cells. Omega 3 supplements aren’t necessary if you consume a decent amount of fish such as salmon & tuna, and are also in other foods like chia seeds & soybeans – but its a very easy way to reach your daily requirements of 2 grams.
Vitamin D, which is naturally obtainable via sun exposure, and Curcumin, found in turmeric, also helps reduce inflammation. 5000 IU’s of Vitamin D & 1000 mg of Curcumin are recommended.
Muscle Loss
Creatine is the most researched supplement out there in the market and has vast benefits. Aside from the strength gains that come with it, it helps reduce muscle loss while injured – meaning that it will be easier for you to regain your missing strength after you’ve recovered simply because less of it was lost! 5 grams a day will be enough to fully saturate your muscle – although the effects won’t kick in for at least a few weeks unless you’ve recently been off it or if you undergo a loading phase.
This means taking 20 grams a day for around 5 – 7 days in order to quickly saturate the muscles – after this you return to a normal dosage of 5 grams. However they both yield the same results, just one is quicker than the other.
Conclusion
Creatine, Vitamin D, Omega 3, Curcumin and other supplements can help speed up the recovery process allowing you to be back in action as quickly as possible!
