I remember when I went to the nurse in high school for a medley of ailments, and it seemed like no matter what the symptom was, a pack of ice was the associated prescription. Headache? Put ice on it. Muscle pain? Put ice on it. The building was on fire? Throw ice on it…

After a tough workout, I will hear people brag, "Oh man, that lactic acid is killing me! I'm so sore!"  I want to use this post to dispel the myth that lactic acid is what causes DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness).  Yes, you read that correctly. The age…