Step Seven - Cool Down

Many times we forget to add a cool down to our workout.  A cool down can be pretty simple,  walking or jogging slow to get our heart rate back down closer to our resting heart rate.  A cool down after a hard workout also helps your muscles recover faster and helps you stay injury free.

Your cool down should last from 5 - 10 minutes in length but should not be counted in your workout time.    A typical workout should look like this:

Warm-up: 5-10 min
Light Stretching
Workout:  20 - 40 min.
Cool Down: 5-10 min.
Stretching

Total Time to exercise:  30-60 min.