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Cool Down

A recovery and thermal regulation exercise that gradually reduces heart rate and body temperature while promoting muscle relaxation and recovery through gentle movements.

Exercise Overview

Category

Thermal Recovery

Exercise_Type

Rehabilitation

Difficulty_Level

Beginner

Technique

Perform gentle, low-intensity movements such as walking, light stretching, or deep breathing exercises. Gradually reduce the intensity of your movements while maintaining proper form and focusing on relaxation.

Starting Position

Begin in a comfortable standing or seated position with relaxed posture and controlled breathing.

Finishing Position

End in a relaxed state with normalized heart rate and breathing, feeling ready for recovery.

Form Cues

Breathe deeply, relax your muscles, maintain gentle movement, focus on recovery

Common Mistakes

Stopping movement abruptly, not allowing proper recovery time, rushing the cool down, poor breathing

Progression Tips

Add light stretching, incorporate mobility work, perform longer cool down, or add foam rolling.

Regression Tips

Reduce cool down duration, perform seated exercises, or focus on breathing only.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, or unusual fatigue. Allow adequate time for proper cool down to prevent injury and promote recovery.