RESEARCH REVIEW
Methods to Enhance Recovery
There are a number of popular methods used by athletes to
enhance recovery. Their use will depend on the type of activity
performed, the time until the next training session or event and
equipment and/or personnel available. Some of the most popular
recovery techniques for athletes include hydrotherapy, active
recovery, stretching, compression garments, massage, sleep and
nutrition. (Note: Both “Sleep and the Elite Athlete” and “Nutritional
Interventions to Enhance Sleep” have been addressed in other
Sports Science Exchange articles and therefore, will not be
covered here.)