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Summer Workout Cool Down Tips

Being active the Summer heat, whether working out or having fun outdoors, we need safe and effective ways to cool down properly. Here are my top tips:

  • Unlike athletes – ice baths don’t appeal, must reduce inflammation after intense workout in hot weather
  • Cold baths and showers are not for the faint hearted – start with lukewarm water then move to colder temperature
  • If in a bath – this is a good opportunity to add Epsom salts and other nutrients to remineralise your body. Most adults in the West are low on magnesium and this is a good time to add active salt
  • Add essential oils to help you relax, clear emotional energy or energise your spirit. Lavender, geranium, neroli, and rosemary are all great choices
  • Pray or meditate for 15 minutes in the water, I find this extremely helpful to activate a positive visualisation
  • Listen to some relaxation music if bathing at the end of your day
  • Use this protocol after a big night out dancing to aid restful nights sleep
  • If you’ve been sunbathing – after bath use aloe Vera, calendula or soothing calming gels to aid recovery
  • Once out of the water, allow your body to calm before adding moisturisers or sunscreen!