A cool-down is an additional set of exercises that is done for 5-15 minutes.
It covers low to moderate intensity exercise. For example, you finish a run with a walk.
Many people think that a cool down will greatly increase the intensity of their exercise.
Let's see if it's worth doing a cool down and if it can be effective.
Can a cool down help?
It is important to understand that one cannot speak of a cool-down as only a useful or useless procedure.
There are benefits to doing additional exercise, such as reducing delayed onset muscle soreness.
An athlete also maintains flexibility better after a tough workout. An active cool-down helps reduce muscle stiffness and protect against a decline in performance the next day.
You can also calm your heartbeat and breathing, returning your heart and blood vessels to a state of rest.
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