Rothstein Featured in Nike Blog

As seen in Nike’s coaching blog, Alex Rothstein, M.S., instructor for the Exercise Science program, discusses the benefits of light rest day workouts. He explains that gentle movement can boost circulation, helping remove waste and redistribute blood and nutrients to the muscles taxed during a previous, more challenging workout.

“The end goal is for the circulation to go where you want the healing or recovery to occur,” says Rothstein. “Moving blood and nutrients to target muscles also helps reduce the swelling and tenderness that occurs after an intense workout. This can prevent or ease muscle stiffness and soreness.”