The Science of Recovery
The Real Science of Sport Podcast
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Exploring Recovery Techniques in Athletics
This chapter examines the effectiveness of various recovery methods for athletes, including compression garments, massage, and unconventional techniques like cryotherapy and acupuncture. It critiques the recovery industry's marketing of dubious methods and emphasizes the need for evidence-based practices while highlighting the importance of subjective recovery experiences. The discussion also delves into advancements in recovery science and the potential for wearable technology to assess recovery more accurately.
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