Which of the following is a Recovery Drill exercise?

• A. Forward Lunge
• B. Windmill
• C. Push-Up
• D. Overhead Arm Pull

Answer: (D)

Recovering effectively between harder efforts relies on low-intensity, mobility-focused movements that help loosen joints, improve range of motion, and encourage controlled breathing. The overhead arm pull fits this purpose because it targets the shoulder girdle and upper back with a smooth, deliberate motion. It promotes scapular retraction and thoracic mobility without stressing the muscles or elevating heart rate, making it ideal for recovery work.

In contrast, a forward lunge is a strengthening movement for the legs and hips and tends to raise heart rate; a windmill is a stretching exercise that involves trunk rotation and hamstring/hip mobility but is typically part of a stretch sequence rather than a dedicated recovery drill; a push-up is a strenuous upper-body strength exercise. These are more taxing and not aligned with the light, restorative aim of a Recovery Drill.