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Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 2:30 am
by TropicStrength
My hs-CRP came back at 4.5 mg/L. I know under 1.0 is "optimal" for heart health. Is this just systemic inflammation from training?
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 3:20 am
by AndeanLifter
One heavy lifting session can keep CRP elevated for 48-72 hours. It's a non-specific marker.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 3:55 am
by MedellinMuscle
Did you have a cold or even a small scratch? Even minor immune activity spikes CRP.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 4:35 am
by LatinoBulk
Check your omega-3 index. If your EPA/DHA levels are high, your baseline inflammation should be lower.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 5:40 am
by CaliFlex
I take 4g of fish oil and my CRP is always under 0.5. It really helps.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 6:20 am
by TropicStrength
I'll re-test after a full 4 days of rest. I want to see what my "quiet" state is.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 7:10 am
by AndeanLifter
That's the best way. Otherwise, you're just measuring the damage from your last workout.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 7:50 am
by MedellinMuscle
Chronic high CRP is what leads to arterial wall damage. Occasional spikes are fine.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 8:30 am
by CaliFlex
Exactly. Exercise is pro-inflammatory in the short term, but anti-inflammatory in the long term.
Re: Inflammation Markers: hs-CRP and Training
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 9:05 am
by LatinoBulk
The paradox of training.