The Best Cool Down Exercises

Cooling down after a good workout is vital. Cool down exercises help return your heartrate to its normal pace and allow your muscles to relax. If you skip a cool down, you may find yourself with sore muscles or even future injuries. It’s also important for blood flow—so don’t just crash on the sofa after an intense session.

Read on to view our list of the best cool down exercises, or check out our list of warm up exercises to help you get started.

Cool Down Exercises: Step-by-Step Guides

Here are some gentle, stretch-leg exercises to help your muscles transition from workout to rest. There are also plenty of exercises which could be incorporated into a proper workout, but they double as cool down routines after a big run or workout, too:

• Calf Stretches

• Stretching Exercises

• Basic yoga

• Lunges

• Squats

• Arm Circles

Want to learn more?

If you’re concerned you’re not warming up or cooling down properly, why not get in touch with a personal trainer at your local Gym? Our friendly staff are on hand and happy to help, answer your questions, and even craft a personalised workout plan. Take the next step in your fitness journey today.