What Activities Can You Do On Active Recovery Days?

Active recovery is the stage where you engage in low-intensity exercises/activities after the completion of a heavy workout day or an athletic event. For aspiring and professional cheerleaders, it's very important to keep your body accustomed to a fit lifestyle while giving yourself time to rest without lazing off. So what are some activities that you can do while not in the gym or on the squad training camp?

1. Hiking

Ahh, the great outdoors! Exercising can be repetitive when you live in an urban area. Why not enjoy some activities outside the concrete jungle and into a real jungle? Hike on a hill and breathe in some fresh air while marveling at the sights of the bustling downtown.

2. Biking

Do you like the feeling of wind blowing through your hair? Do some light exercises while you’re at it. Enjoy the moving scenery of places as you traverse and sweat. Biking improves posture and coordination, making it ideal for maintaining a cheerleader’s figure and helping you perform those difficult routines with ease.

3. Yoga

If you want to stay in the comfort of your turf then yoga is your choice. It's good for improving respiration, muscle toning, mental healing, and flexibility training without exerting much effort. Get in touch with your local yoga class or do it in the comfort of your home.

4. Swimming

Of course, there are some who enjoy the feeling of being in the water. Why not go to the beach or your local pool? Flex that sexy body or get a tan while you’re at it. Remember to do some stretching exercises before getting in the water to avoid cramping.

5. Hip and core exercise

These are some light activities you can perform with medium effort. As a supplementary workout for flexibility, lower body strength, and endurance, hip and core exercises can be performed anywhere, either in your home, the gym, or the outdoors.

6. Dancing

You are or want to be a professional cheerleader for a reason, and that’s because you love dancing. Why not pursue your passion even more on your recovery days? Attend a dance class with your friends or cheer sisters. Wouldn’t that sound perfect?

7. Light resistance training

There’s a tendency that living a life of fitness can be addictive, especially if you take joy in getting action and burning fats. Do your usual high-intensity workout routine wherever you want but at a reduced level, shorter duration, and with reduced reps. It’s an active recovery day, so don’t push yourself too hard.

8. Play softball

This is a sport that is actually enjoyable for everyone. The sprinting, batting, pitching - you name it. It gets more fun when played with friends, loved ones, or family, or if you want to get to know other people outside your zone.

9. Rock/wall climbing

If hip and core exercises improve lower body strength, this medium-intensity activity improves your entire body’s strength. This is also an activity/sport that tones your body to an athlete without rigorous training.

So that’s it! Being a professional cheerleader is not all about being stuck to routine practices and gym workouts. You can also enjoy some activities on your rest day. Make these activities your new outdoor hobbies.

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