Body: Movement & Exercise

Post-Workout Stretching

Cool down properly after exercise

Finished your workout? Don't skip the cooldown—it matters more than you think.

Why Cool Down

Stopping abruptly after exercise:

  • Keeps your heart rate elevated
  • Leaves muscles tight
  • Can cause blood pooling (dizziness)
  • Increases next-day soreness

A proper cooldown:

  • Gradually lowers heart rate
  • Begins the recovery process
  • Maintains flexibility
  • Feels good

What to Include

Heart Rate Reduction (2-3 min)

Light walking, gentle movement, easy breathing

Static Stretching (5-10 min)

Hold stretches for 20-30 seconds each. Target muscles you just worked.

Key Stretches by Workout Type

After Lower Body

  • Quad stretch
  • Hamstring stretch
  • Hip flexor stretch
  • Calf stretch
  • Glute stretch

After Upper Body

  • Chest opener
  • Shoulder stretch
  • Tricep stretch
  • Neck rolls
  • Wrist stretches

After Cardio

  • Full body stretch sequence
  • Extra focus on legs
  • Deep breathing

Our Cooldown Sessions

  • "5-Minute Post-Workout Stretch"
  • "Lower Body Cooldown"
  • "Upper Body Cooldown"
  • "Cardio Cooldown Stretch"
  • "Full Body Recovery Stretch"

Making It Automatic

Cooldowns are included at the end of most RiseWell workouts. If you're doing your own workout, queue up a cooldown session before you start.

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