Question

Skipping a cool down can cause which of the following?

Group of answer choices

Breathing to return to normal

Muscle stiffness, soreness, and tightening

Blood flow to decrease slowly

Increased flexibility

Answer 1

Skipping a cool down can cause **muscle stiffness, soreness, and tightening**. Cooling down helps to gradually reduce heart rate, prevent stiffness, and promote recovery in the muscles. If you skip this important part of the workout, you may experience increased muscle tightness and soreness afterward.