Definition: The cool down is the phase of an exercise routine in which you to slow down, recover and reduce your heart rate. Giving yourself time to cool down, at least 2-5 minutes, will help you get oxygen to the muscles as well as get rid of waste products such as lactic acid.
Cool Down
By Paige Waehner, About.com Guide
Updated January 14, 2009
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