#1 Cool down walk or swim after workout
During high intensity interval training we warm down between sets.
#2 Stretching in deep water and using the wall for stagnant stretching
#3 Sip on water during swimming & aqua Fitness. Which in return means more frequent bathroom trips.
#4 Snack within ten minutes of completing aqua workout. Meal prepping along with timing your meals will provide the needed fuel to continue building muscles during recovery.
#5 Rest days means actually laying down, Stretching out more than 4 hours at a time.
Using heat or ice on extremely sore muscles.
#6 Cool showers before and after swimming to sooth muscles and moisture all body parts. This includes natural hair, wash and condition hair often as needed. Make sure hair and body are completely dry.
#7 Sleep a full night's sleep 8 hours which is most important.