What are the benefits of cooldown walks after running/jogging?

I was told by someone I should do cooldown walks after jogging. How does this help? After jogging, I'm already tired.

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dont believe in this warm up warm down malarky.

ever see a lion stretch up or stretch down before springing into action?..

SheGotSkills · 18-21, F

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout I know I live in Africa but I have never observed lions lol. You're a skeptic. I would think it makes sense. Is it true? Idk

Iwillwait · M

@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout You have been spending too much time with your Kittie.