COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — If you’ve ever tweaked your back or pulled a muscle, you’ve probably thought it will magically fix itself in a couple of days.

But sometimes, you just end up stiffer and in more pain!

The good news is that small changes – like gentle movement and the right recovery tools – can help your body heal faster.

Fitness and mindset expert Dr. Julie Wilkes has five simple things to focus on while your body is recovering.