Methods Of Recovering From Exercise

Question 1

What are compression garments and what are they used for?

Answer 1

Pieces of clothing that fit tightly around the skin
Used to improve blood circulation and prevent medical problems like deep vein thrombosis

Question 2

What are the benefits of a massage?

Answer 2

More oxygen and nutrients - help repair damage
Remove lactic acid
Relieve tension and pressure

Question 3

How is the use of cold compression used as a method of recovery?

Answer 3

Causes vasoconstriction of blood vessels
Decreases swelling