Lactic Acid

crosscheck9 wrote:

Does anyone know of a naturaly, yet quick way to reduce lactic acid production in the muscles during physical activity? I'm an avid football (soccer player), but being striker, I only have to run short sprints with quick bursts of energy, however, our coach wants me to step back to Mid-field because for about 2 months, we're going to be one man short. To play mid-field, I need to run for long periods of time up and down the field, and I need to do it with ease. Any ideas?

The quicker I can get this done, the better 😉

http://www.time-to-run.com/theabc/lactic.htm

Don't push yourself to the limits my friend...Do the best you can but do not get ...burned...Excercising will soon bring the results you want.Exercising ONLY...nothing else...If coach push you too much explain him that you are trying the best...If he insists tell him to replace you.. 😉 😂

aaah excellent! i spent 10yrs as a sweeper (too short to be an actual centre back in the end) but by age 16 i was pushed forward a little into midfield. suffice to say i scored 4 in 4 hehe - just get back to defend! unlike me...far too unfit 😛

warm downs are certainly helpful.

The only way to reduce lactic acid (or lactate) build-up in the muscles is to rest 😛

As others have pointed out, you will need to slowly build up your muscular system and stamina by training. You will never be rid of L.A. accumulation - that's how the body works, but it will happen later during the exercise.

In any case, please please stay away from any substance, however "innocent" or innocently offered. No, not "everyone's taking it" and no it's not "harmless" 😉

Calcium and iron are important for strong bone development and increased ability to control lactic acid between the joints so drink cows milk and water every day and plan a complex diet. Warming up and down and constantly moving while on the pitch even when not involved in play contribute to managing lactic acid build up.

Thank you for all of your kind replies everyone 😉

GM -- That link you gave me was very helpful, and I certainly learned a lot from it...Don't worry though, I won't push myself too hard. I'll try to stay within my limits 😉

Hinch -- Nice to know we share another common hobby 😂 ... I absolutely LOVE football/soccer (whatever you wanna call it) 😀

Bindolaf -- You had some good information there, which I will certainly take into consideration. Also, I'd like to sincerely thank you for looking out for my best interest in advising me to stay away fromt he substances. Don't worry, I like to keep a clean mind 😉 .

Jamie -- I will try your technique, and hopefully I'll see results 😉

The problem is not that I'm unfit. Instead, I would consider myself very fit, and accustomed to the game, however I'm being asked to change my whole style of play in such a short time, it just comes as shock. Hopefully, and (a higher power) willing, I'll be on the right track in no time 😉

Again, thanks everyone!

I'm quite unfit but I want to get in shape. I quit smoking six months ago and the thought of it now is disgusting (might have a cigar or two at Christmas though) I had a job interview last week for a bar managers job at a private members club open just to emergency services personnel. It has a gym, swimming pool, sauna rooms, Turkish baths and the best part is it has a Snooker room!!! I've been playing Snooker for 21 years.

The interview went well and I'm keeping my fingers crossed because that would be my dream job. I would never go home but the job comes with optional accomodation so I wouldn't have too. 😀