To reap the most benefits of getting in a good workout, you have to pay attention to what are doing after your workout. Properly re-fueling and taking care of your body after stressing it during a workout will allow you to better achieve your workout goals and allow your body to heal and stay healthy.
- Commit to a Cool Down
- Even if you are pressed, for time, it is still very important to take at least 2-3 minutes to allow your body to cool down and your heart rate to come back down to normal.
- Stretch the Muscles you Worked
- Taking the time while your muscles are still warm to stretch them out will help prevent injury, increase mobilization, improve posture and take a few moments to relax after a tough workout.
- Wash your Hands
- This one is probably something that you do not hear often, but in a gym setting, there are a lot of people touching and handling equipment when they are sweaty and spreading their germs throughout the gym. So, before leaving, make sure you give your hands a good wash and always remember to wipe down the equipment after using it to prevent germs from spreading to too many people.
- Swap Out your Shoes
- Before leaving the gym, switch out your shoes so you get in the habit of having a designated pair of shoes for your workout to keep them lasting longer and in better shape.
- Refill your Water Bottle
- It is easy to keep your bottle with you and to keep drinking during your workout, but it is easy to forget about it after you leave the gym. It is most important to stay hydrated following your workout, so make sure you fill your water back up and keep drinking after leaving the gym.
- Have Some Post-Workout Fuel
- In order to help refuel and rebuild your muscles, have a healthy snack that includes protein within a half hour following your workout.
- Prep your Gym Bag for your Next Workout
- Packing your bag for your next workout will help to keep you motivated and set you up for long term success.
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