recovery tips to keep you feeling funky fresh!

Here are our top tips to keep you feeling funky fresh & ready for your next session!

At CLUTCH Online, we promote a healthy, balanced lifestyle. It’s important to us that you’re recovering well in between your pilates sessions, so that you can come back refreshed and ready for your next burning set! A recovered body can push hard when it needs to, and that’s how we like to work in our pilates classes.

1. Cool down and stretch.

After your workout, take 5-10 minutes to ease off, and cool down. The goal here is to ease muscle tension and gradually lower your heart rate. This could include some post class stretching, wandering to the kitchen to fill your water bottle, or stacking your reformer and equipment away. Nothing crazy - just some light movement to bring your body back to it’s pre-activity state!

2. Hydration, hydration, HYDRATION!

Sorry, I didn’t mean to shout there, but hydration is KEY for muscle recovery, as it helps transport nutrients, flush out waste, and reduce inflammation. Staying hydrated ensures your muscles have the fluids they need to repair, rebuild, and perform at their best during your next workout - and we LOVE it when you’re performing your best!

3. Refuel your body with the right nutrients.

I don’t know about you, but I am starving after my CLUTCH Online classes! Muscles rebuild with protein, so make sure you're eating enough protein to support your recovery. Don’t forget to include healthy fats and carbohydrates for energy so you don’t fizzle out when you’re back on the afternoon work slog! Try some avocado & eggs on toast, or a protein smoothie!

4. Schedule rest, and active recovery days.

Active recovery activities like a gentle walk or light pedal on your bike, boost circulation, reduce stiffness, and help your muscles repair while keeping you active, without overloading your body. So schedule a walk and talk with your bestie, or go out and explore some nature. Guaranteed good stuff for the body and soul!

5. Prioritise sleep and rest.

Good sleep is where the magic happens! Your muscles do most of their repair while you’re resting, so aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night.

Remember, recovery is just as important as the workout itself. Listen to your body, and give it the time it needs to restore!