What causes my leg to be sore?

Answer by  Terbow (21)

A leg can be sore for many reasons. If you are recovering from a difficult workout it could be muscle soreness. If you recently had surgery, it could be sore from having to heal. If your leg has experienced trauma recently, it could have broken bones, torn ligaments or possibly just a bruise.

Answer by  Jolie (1227)

If you have excersised it differently lately or if you have slept on it in a new way. Also it could just be that your going through a growth spurt.

Answer by  KMcRae (714)

Soreness of the limbs can be caused by hundreds of factors. Physical activity or strain can be a principle cause. Trauma or injury can also be a cause.

Answer by  myhelle (72)

There are a number of reasons why your leg can ache or be sore. Maybe you work somewhere where you are standing for serveral hours or maybe you need to stretch your muscles as they can get tight. You may also be over exercising and need to rest your legs.