Make it work!
Everybody loves a good workout- it keeps us in shape, keeps us physically and mentally sharp, it naturally releases endorphins that make us feel good, and it helps us feel like responsible adults! But what a lot of people overlook is that what you do after a workout can have as big as an affect on you as what you do during the workout.
That’s right- the post-workout is a small but important window that exists after every workout and getting down the perfect post-workout routine can have a positive impact on current and future workouts!
Read on for a quick rundown on how to ensure that you’re making the most out of your post-workout.
Cool Down
The first step to a good post-workout happens right after you workout! Though we know the feeling of wanting to just lie down and pass out after an intense workout, it’s really important to make room for a good cool down.
Cooling down can range from getting a good and deep stretching session going to taking on some light and easy cardio or simply doing a less intense and less challenging version of your previous workout.
This is important because cooling down helps your heart rate gently go back down to its normal, pre-workout rate- which helps avoid dizziness and feeling light-headed. A good cool down can also stop or minimize muscle soreness.
Freshen Up
Showering and changing after a workout isn’t just advisable to avoid smelling bad and feeling gross, it’s actually important for your health!
Depending on whether you take a hot or cold shower, your post-workout shower can actually help blood flow, improve your skin, normalize your heart rate, prevent soreness, and more- but it’s essential that you do a proper post-workout cool down before hitting the showers! Not cooling down properly and diving right into a shower can shock your body which can put you at risk.
If you don’t have the time or opportunity to shower after a workout, then even just changing from your wet and soggy workout clothes to something more dry and fresh can have a positive effect on your health! A change of clothes removes takes away excess moisture on your body, which reduces the chance of bacteria, skin rashes, and breakouts from spreading.
Get a bit Snacky
Who doesn’t love a good snack? Snacking always feels better after you’ve earned it after a workout, but be sure what you’re munching on or drinking down is actually good for you!
Though it isn’t an exact number, you should generally eat your post-workout snack or meal within 45 minutes of the workout. Whether if it’s in the form of a smoothie or a pre-prepared meal, just make sure that whatever you’re eating is rich in protein, healthy fats, and carbs.
After burning energy and exerting our bodies during a workout, the perfect post-workout snack can be instrumental in ensuring a quicker and more effective recovery period.
Relax with a Massage
It might not be the easiest thing to do right after a workout, but getting a massage is definitely a great step to add in your post-workout routine. The right post-workout massage can help reduce inflammation and soreness in your muscles and even boost recovery!
If a professionally-trained sports masseuse isn’t nearby, you can always use a foam roller for a quick self-massage to straighten out those muscles. It might not be as effective, but it can do the trick!
Achieving that perfect post-workout routine can be a great boost in helping you maximize your actual workout, but finding a place to get that post-workout down can be a challenge. Luckily, Treston Health Club has all of the amenities and services that you need in order to get that post-workout routine that you deserve.
Treston Health Club
Located in the Treston International College Building in The Fort, Treston Health Club is a modern fitness and wellness clinic that offers both gym and spa services! Perfect for meeting your workout and post-workout needs, you’re sure to make the most out of your time, sweat, and effort at Treston Health Club!
4/F Treston International College Bldg., University Parkway District, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 459 7448
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