July 31, 2024

How to Cool-Down Effectively for Optimal Endurance Performance? #69 - Fast Phys 17 ft. Dave Schell

22 minutes

In this episode of Fast Physiology on the Critical Oxygen Podcast, Coach Dave Schell and I discuss the importance of cooling down and the purpose of recovery workouts. We debunk misconceptions about cooling down, such as the idea of flushing lactic acid, and explain that the goal of a cool down is to bring the body back to homeostasis as fast as possible. We also explore the benefits of recovery workouts and how they facilitate nutrient delivery to the muscles. We emphasize that there is no magic duration or intensity for a cool down or recovery workout, and it should be tailored to each individual's needs.

TAKEAWAYS

1) The purpose of a cool down is to bring the body back to homeostasis and the resting state as quickly as possible.

2) A cool down helps facilitate the removal of waste products and the delivery of nutrients to the muscles.

3) Recovery workouts, such as recovery runs or rides, can be beneficial for facilitating nutrient delivery and aiding in muscle recovery.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

00:58 The Importance of Cooling Down

02:24 Debunking Misconceptions About Cooling Down

09:31 Facilitating Nutrient Delivery and Muscle Recovery

13:19 The Purpose of Recovery Workouts

16:37 Tailoring Cool Down and Recovery Workouts

20:51 Conclusion

KEYWORDS

cooling down, recovery workout, misconceptions, homeostasis, nutrient delivery

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By Philip Batterson, Ph.D.

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