Sports recovery

1. ability to move freely and easily
2. Physical therapy abbreviation
4. A balanced diet to provide the body with necessary nutrients
6. measures taken to reduce risk of injury
8. Pain and stiffness in muscles that occur several days after strenuous exercise
12. a heated room used to improve blood flow
13. Nighttime activity that allows the body to repair
16. essential minerals needed to maintain hydration and muscle function
17. Engaging in activities different from an athletes primary sport
20. Objectives that extend over a period of months to years
21. cold water soaks to reduce inflammation
22. Objectives that can be made within weeks to months
23. Replenishing fluids
24. fuel to rebuild muscles

1. slow, deep breathing used in meditation
3. Type of bandage to support injuries
5. Reduces swelling and improves circulation
7. Pre-exercise routine to prep muscles
9. A technique that promotes muscle relaxation and improves blood flow
10. Medication to reduce swelling and pain
11. A gradual transition from high activity to lower activity to lower heart rate and body temp
14. Lengthening muscles to improve flexibility and reduce soreness
15. Extreme tiredness from physical extension
18. Abbreviation for joint movement capacity
19. Self massage technique using a cylinder tool