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EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 5 MIN

Why should I avoid showering after a workout?

from Do you really know? · host Bababam

Because moving and doing regular physical activity is important for our physical and mental health! Listen again to our episodes about sport! After an intense and sweaty workout, the first thing most of us want to do is jump into the shower to relax our muscles and wash off the sweat. However, that’s not actually the best idea. Showering too soon after a workout can have harmful effects on our health. Really? Like what? Is it better to take a hot or cold shower? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠How much do surrogate mothers get paid?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the Barnum effect?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : September 30th, 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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