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August 3, 2004
Ice Bath Speeds Recovery
Athletes who give their all during a game or have a grueling training session seek the most effective way to speed recovery of their muscles.
Rugby teams use massage, stretching sessions, relaxation therapy, steam baths, yoga and swimming to help their players overcome stiffness.
In simple terms, it's about helping the muscles, tendons, bones, nerves and all the different tissues used in sport recover from their workout.
When you get into an ice bath for five to 10 minutes, the icy cold water causes your blood vessels to tighten and drains the blood out of your legs.
So when Wilko gets out of the bath, his legs fill up with 'new' blood that invigorates his muscles with oxygen to help the cells function better.
Posted by linda at August 3, 2004 8:12 AM
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