Recovery

Question 1

Passive recovery

Answer 1

linked to the depletion of CP.
60 seconds - 75% restoration
90 seconds - 93% restoration

Question 2

Active recovery

Answer 2

performing an active recovery at low intensity which speeds up the removal of H+ ions.
- maintaining higher blood flow and therfore oxygen delivery to the muscles
- creating a muscle pump where muscles create a squeeze
- preventing venous polling, bringing blood pressure back to normal levels
- decreases muscle stiffness