Whether you're just getting started on your fitness journey or you're a seasoned athlete, one thing is true for everyone: recovery matters. In fact, how you recover from exercise can be just as important as the workout itself. Taking care of your body and mind after exercise helps improve performance, prevent injury and reduce muscle soreness by giving your body time to adapt to your training, allowing you to become stronger and fitter, as well as making exercise something you can enjoy and sustain long term.