Have you ever walked into the shower with your muscles feeling more like jelly than the rock-hard chiseled things that they are? If so, then we've all fallen victim to the pitfalls of overtraining.

A good boxing workout stretches you to your limits, but the post-workout recovery part is just as important. Read on for a breakdown of boxing workout recovery techniques.

As a fighter, you know that your body is the most important tool that you have. You need to take care of it if you want to be successful in the ring.

1. HYDRATE

First and foremost, DRINK WATER - and lots of it. Your body loses a lot when you're working hard and dehydration makes it much harder on your body to recover. Other fluids can be helpful in replacing electrolytes too such as coconut water, natural fruit waters and sports drinks.

2. PROPER NUTRITION

Proper nutrition is essential to your workouts. Consuming the right foods will allow you to build muscle and recover from damage done during your workout. You need proteins made up of amino acids for rebuilding and restoring the damage done to your body. Carbohydrates and fats are also important for restoring your body for peak performance.

3. STRETCH

Stretching is an important part of the workout process, and it's not just for when you're done. If you stretch right after your workout, you'll cool down your muscles and help them return to their regular state. Stretching later on can also be helpful, but don't overdo it - your muscles need time to recover too!

4. REST

If you're experiencing a lot of pain or soreness after your workout, the best thing to do is to take a break and let your body rest. Alternating heat/ice as well as recovery aids such as CBD, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS) like Ibuprofen and Naproxen can be useful. These modalities are especially helpful if there are any soreness/pain or existing injury that may be persisting.

5. SLEEP

To be a champion, you have to be able to recover. Your body needs sleep in order to heal and repair itself. In fact, it's the best time for recovery. Make sure you're comfortable and in a dark, cool room with little noise around you so that your brain can relax and let go of all the stress and tension from training. This is the time when your body can repair muscle tissue, strengthen bones, and repair blood vessels - which means that when you wake up from a good night's rest, you'll feel like a brand new person!