Fast Talk

319: Do Cooldown Sessions Help or Hurt You?

May 16, 2024
Debunking the myth of cooldown sessions and exploring the controversy surrounding their benefits in enhancing recovery and performance. Debating the necessity of cooldowns post-workout and their impact on muscle soreness and glycogen replenishment. Reflecting on post-race performance and the mental cooldown process for self-evaluation. Optimizing recovery methods and discussing the lack of evidence supporting active recovery techniques. Exploring the benefits of cooldown sessions in exercise from physiological and psychological perspectives.
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