Duration: 4-5 minutes
Why Cool Down?
During intense training, your body builds up:
Muscle tension
Lactic acid
Elevated heart rate
Increased body temperature
A proper cool-down helps return your body to its natural state and kickstarts recovery while it also prepares you for your next training session.
Pulse Lowering
When your heart rate is higher than normal, keep moving gently by for example:
Walking in circles, breathing deeply
Light stretching of arms while walking
Gentle shoulder rolls
Easy twisting of torso
Static Stretching
Now that our heart rate is lower, follow my sequence in the video.
Full body stretches - gentle holds in each direction
Leg stretches
Arms and shoulders
Final Relaxation
Mindfully follow the natural breathing of your body
Light self-massage of worked muscles
Pay extra attention to sore body parts
Recovery Tips
Remember:
Drink water during cool-down
Keep moving gently, don't stop suddenly
Listen to your body's needs
Take extra time if training was intense
A proper cool-down sets you up for better recovery and your next training session. Make it a non-negotiable part of your practice.
Train hard, recover smart!
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