Erika @ MCM Mama Runs hosts Tuesdays on the Run with April @ Run the great wide somewhere and Patty @ My no-guilt life!
This week’s topic is: Race Recovery
I don’t run marathons so I can only speak about recovering from a 10 mile race or a half marathon.
- Rehydrate – I prefer just plain water.
- Refuel – Chocolate milk is the best…then a carb like a bagel or a pastry.
- Compression – If you don’t run in them, put them on after. (I always wear them to run.)
- Ice – I don’t do ice baths but if cold water is nearby…
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- Stretch – I’m not good about this…. but I like to walk around after so my legs don’t stiffen up. When you get home, use a foam roller, if necessary or even better, get a massage.
- Rest – Don’t run for several days. Then ease back into it slowly.
Happy Running! How do you recover after a race?
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I have never ran in compression socks but I do use them afterwards. I love getting massages after races. I really think they do help.
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I love compression socks and I was too tired, wet and cold after Wine & Dine to struggle into them in the bathroom at Epcot and I can tell the difference! My calves are so sore and that’s not normal for me post race. Great tips and thanks for linking up with us today!
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Cold water sounds like a good compromise since I’m too chicken to do an ice bath! I like wearing compression socks sometimes, they do help after a hard run!
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That squat pose is my fav! Haha. Really helps when my hips get all tight post race!
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Thanks for the great tips!
Hope you join us this week when we talk about our worst race conditions!
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