A lot of people perform a cool-down after exercise, using exercise modalities such as running or cycling. Reasons for doing a cool-down include reducing lactate, reducing muscle soreness and more generally: improving recovery. But is a cool-down actually effective at
Manufacturers of compression clothing claim that the clothing provides ergogenic benefits such as an improved sports performance, a reduction in injuries and an enhanced recovery following exercise. These effects are thought to be the result of a decreased oscillation of
Static stretching involves lengthening of a muscle until gentle tension is felt and this position is then typically held for 30 s per stretch. Traditionally, stretching, and in particular static stretching has been an integral part of training for many