Rodrigo Morais, born in Águeda on 01/13/2009, is currently a player for FC Porto’s U17 team, where he will compete in the U17 National Championship. He began playing football at just 4 and a half years old at Recreio Desportivo de Águeda. After a period at S.L. Benfica’s Training Center in Avanca, in 2021, at only 12 years old, he moved north to join FC Porto. He currently plays for the U17 squad. At age 14, he signed his Training Contract and recently signed his first Professional Contract with FC Porto. He already has 3 international caps representing the Portuguese National Team.
At just 16 years old, Rodrigo leads a demanding daily routine, waking up very early to leave home around 6 a.m. for FC Porto’s Training Center in Olival, where he trains before continuing with his studies. As a high-performance athlete, Rodrigo considers recovery to be just as important as training, nutrition, and rest. With the pace of matches and tournaments throughout the season, recovery is crucial in his day-to-day routine.
Ice baths, also known as immersion cryotherapy, are a widely used method among elite athletes to reduce inflammation and speed up muscle recovery. The process involves immersing the body in water between 10°C and 15°C, triggering physiological responses essential for recovery.
1. Vasoconstriction and vasodilation: Cold exposure initially causes blood vessels to constrict (vasoconstriction), reducing blood flow to muscles and minimizing inflammation. As the body returns to its normal temperature, vasodilation occurs, increasing blood flow, allowing for better removal of metabolic waste, and promoting cell regeneration.
2. Inflammation reduction: Cold directly affects inflammatory processes, reducing the activity of pro-inflammatory cytokines and inhibiting excessive inflammatory responses following intense training.
3. Reduced muscle soreness: Studies show that cryotherapy significantly reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), allowing athletes to recover faster between training sessions.
4. Improved neuromuscular recovery: The thermal shock from cold water immersion can enhance central nervous system activation, improving neuromuscular response and reducing fatigue.
5. Hormonal regulation: Cold baths positively influences cortisol levels (the stress hormone), reducing its production and favoring better mental and physical recovery for the athlete.
LOTI stands out as a sustainable piece of equipment that enables ice baths without the need for ice, ensuring a practical and efficient experience. By incorporating LOTI into his recovery plan, Eduardo Carmo ensures an effective method to reduce muscle soreness, improve circulation, and optimize his recovery capacity between training and competitions.
For Rodrigo, who trains daily at high intensity, LOTI’s ice immersion baths bring essential benefits. Considering his age (16) and competitive level, this practice is performed under controlled conditions, supervised by FC Porto’s Physical Trainer and Physiotherapist. Regular use improves blood circulation, accelerates muscle repair, and minimizes fatigue. It can also help prevent muscle and joint injuries, contributing to long-term athletic longevity. In short, ice baths are not just a recovery tool but a key complement to training and performance for athletes aiming to stay at the highest competitive level.
The early adoption of essential habits for career longevity is remarkable in Rodrigo’s case. The combination of intensive training, balanced nutrition, proper rest, and effective recovery places him on a promising path toward football success.
At just 16 years old, Rodrigo already understands that professional football requires more than talent and dedication. Recovery is a pillar for long-term success. His commitment to using LOTI reflects his strong mindset, focus, and dedication to continuous improvement.
With this level of professionalism and a strategic approach to his career, there is no doubt: Rodrigo Morais is on the right path to becoming a reference in Portuguese and international football.
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