Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Standard Page

Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Standalone Image

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_Arm_Circles-Step_By_Step_2

Exercises | Shared | Spacing | Large

Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Rich Text Content | Copy 1

# 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 ](/exercises/stretching-and-warmups-exercises/best-warm-up-exercises/)to help you get started.

Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Rich Text Content | Copy 2

## 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](/exercises/legs-and-glutes-exercises/calf-stretches/)

* [Stretching Exercises](/exercises/stretching-and-warmups-exercises/stretching-exercises/)

* [Basic yoga](/exercises/sports-guides-exercises/how-to-do-yoga-at-home/)

* [Lunges](/exercises/legs-and-glutes-exercises/how-to-do-lunges/)

* [Squats](/exercises/legs-and-glutes-exercises/how-to-do-squats/)

* [Arm Circles](/exercises/stretching-and-warmups-exercises/how-to-do-arm-circles/)

Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Rich Text Content | Copy 3

## 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 ](/personal-training/)at your [local Gym](/find-a-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.

Exercises | Stretching and Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Proposition Thumbnail group

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_A_Goblet_Squat-Step_By_Step_3

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_The_Incline-Step_By_Step_4

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_Arm_Circles-Step_By_Step_3

The_Gym_Group_Asset-Equipment_Hub-How_To_Use_A_Treadmill_6

Exercises | Shared | Heading | Other Exercises

Exercises | Shared | Proposition Thumbnail group | Copy 2

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_Dips-Step_By_Step_4

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_Box_Jumps-Step_By_Step_3

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_A_Bear_Crawl-Step_By_Step_2

The_Gym_Group-Exercises-How_To_Do_A_Bent_Over_Row-Step_By_Step_4

Exercises | Shared | Button Standalone | Stretching and Warmups

Exercises | Shared | Spacing | Medium

Exercises | Shared | Button Standalone | Exercises Main page

Want to learn the best cool down exercises? From stretches to aerobics, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to view our list of step-by-step exercise guides.

The Best Cool Down Exercises | Stretching and Warmups Exercises | The Gym Group

Exercises | Stretching And Warmups | The Best Cool Down Exercises | Title Box