Mar 09, 2024
Understanding the impact of cool-down routines after workouts
Siddhartha Jana
A proper cool-down routine is essential after workouts to prevent injury and aid in muscle recovery.
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Gradually reducing your heart rate during a cool-down prevents dizziness or light-headedness post-workout.
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Stretching during the cool-down helps elongate muscle fibres and avoid injury by relieving muscle tension.
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Cool-down exercises relax the mind, providing an opportunity for contemplation and uplifting mood post-workout.
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Dynamic stretches and light cardiovascular activity increase blood flow and flexibility, aiding in muscle recovery.
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Static stretching during cool-down reduces stiffness, enhances flexibility, and promotes muscle recovery.
Cool-down exercises include yoga poses like Downward Dog, Wind Relieving Pose, Child’s Pose, and Pigeon Pose.
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These exercises stretch and relax muscles, promoting muscle recovery and preventing post-workout soreness.
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