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Aerobic exercise: How to warm up and cool down

How to cool down

Cooling down is similar to warming up. You generally keep doing your workout session for five minutes or so. But you go at a slower pace and lower intensity.

Try these ideas for cool-down activities:

  • To cool down after a brisk walk, walk slowly for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To cool down after a run, walk briskly for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To cool down after swimming, swim laps slowly for 5 to 10 minutes.