cool down after my choosen sport

... Cool down Warming down should consist of the following: * 5 to 10 minutes jogging/walking - decrease body temperature and remove waste products from the working muscles * 5 to 10 minutes static stretching exercises- decrease body temperature, remove waste products from the working muscles and to increase range of movement. Static stretches are more appropriate to the cool down as they help muscles to relax and increase their range of movement. What are the benefits of a cool down? An appropriate cool down will: * aid in the dissipation of waste products - including lactic acid * reduce the potential for DOMS * reduce the chances of dizziness or fainting caused by the pooling of venous blood at the extremities * reduce the level of adrenaline in the blood * allows the heart rate to return to it's resting rate Once I have completed my main activity it is important that I cool down,

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