Also known as: recovery day, light movement day
Strongest in Consistency (95). Held back by Sample size (18).
Solid mix of RCTs with some methodological gaps.
Some independent replication, statistical precision uneven.
Small combined sample; treat as preliminary.
Studies agree on direction of effect.
Healthy mix of recent and established research.
No per-outcome numbers yet for this one. Each finding's direction and strength is shown in the research below.
Areas where research points to a consistent direction of effect. The strength of evidence is graded; the size of the effect is not quantified.
Low-intensity movement on rest days to promote blood flow, reduce soreness, and maintain mobility.
Cold-water immersion is more effective than active recovery for most recovery outcomes following acute strenuous exercise.
In patients with acute coronary syndrome, HRV-guided exercise training increased peak oxygen uptake by 2.1 mL·kg⁻¹·min⁻¹ over 3 months of 3 aerobic sessions per week.
No significant effect of recovery method was observed on fatigue index calculated from repeated sprint cycling exercises.
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