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In a good week, lets say you spend seven hours working out.
She also recommends taking an Epsom salt bath, which is high in magnesium.
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“Breath-work is critical when performing self massages.
Intentional relaxed breathing will help your central nervous system relax and allow the muscles to follow suit.”
You may even have a self massage tool right in your dog’s toy box.
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“I love using foam rollers and lacrosse/tennis balls as home self massage tools,” states Davis.
Theres actually a perfectly valid reason for that.
Lemere recommends eating a fast-digesting carbohydrate and protein source 30 to 60 minutes after you finish exercising.
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You should though, because a proper cool down may be just as important as the workout itself.
Keep movements fluid, but dont bounce, as youll increase your odds of muscle tearing, Lemere says.
you could even focus on passive stretching, a little different from dynamic stretching.
“Three minutes if a particular area is tight.”
It may also help stimulate metabolism and increase weight loss.
Indulge in Self-Care
Sleep!
Self-care is essential, not selfish.
Hydrate
Fill up your water bottle!
All that sweat dripping down yourfaceand body during a workout was water loss that needs to be replaced.
“You should aim to drink eight to 10 ounces of water after your workout,” says Davis.
“Dehydration is a big risk if youre not drinking water after your workout,” mentions Davis.
“Your cool down depends on your throw in of workout and intensity,” says Davis.
“One should change clothes as soon as possible after a workout, if possible,” recommends Davis.
“There is a high possibility of fungus growing in moist crevices of your body.”
Be aware of the throw in and size of workout clothes you’re wearing as well.
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