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Better Recovery, Better Runs: Cool-Downs for Handlers

Better Recovery, Better Runs: Cool-Downs for Handlers

Update: 2025-08-28
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You’ve been sprinting, queuing, moving equipment, maybe driving, and who knows — you might’ve been wrangling some big feelings too.

That first window right after your run, when your heart is still thumping, is one of the most powerful moments of your entire agility day.

In this episode, we talk about how to cool down your body and your nervous system so you finish your day not thinking, “I survived,” but instead feeling ready for more.

Here’s why a cool-down is essential:

  • Your nervous system is still lit up — heart racing, muscles buzzing, adrenaline flowing, and your brain may still be replaying runs. A proper cool-down helps you shift from go mode to recovery mode.

  • Eases physical tension and reduces next-day soreness.

  • Supports energy conservation during long trial days or weekend events by bringing your nervous system back down to baseline.

  • Improves overall performance — a body and mind that recover efficiently can handle more, react faster, and stay consistent run after run.

You’ll also learn:

  • The most effective post-run stretches and mobility drills for hips, shoulders, calves, and core

  • Quick strategies for short sessions vs. full trial days

  • Tools to optimize recovery — foam rollers, bands, and mini routines that fit your schedule

Bottom line: The moments after your run aren’t just “cool down” time — they’re prime recovery and performance-building time. Use them wisely and you’ll feel strong, energized, and ready to tackle your next challenge.

📥 Download your WarmUp EBook here with step-by-step routines and visual demos to make recovery simple, effective, and fun.

🎧 Listen now and turn your post-run routine into your secret weapon for energy, consistency, and performance!

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Better Recovery, Better Runs: Cool-Downs for Handlers

Better Recovery, Better Runs: Cool-Downs for Handlers

Liz Joyce