With a half marathon on my schedule each month, this topic is perfect for me.

Here are 5 Ways that I recommend for Recovering After a Race:

• Rehydrate.

I prefer just plain water. But other drinks with electrolytes would work as well.

• Refuel.

Chocolate milk is the best…then a carb like a bagel or a pastry.

• Compression.

If you don’t run in compression calf sleeves, put them on after. (I almost always wear them to run.)

• Ice.

I don’t do ice baths but if cold water is nearby…

• 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 or massage gun 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? Please share.

 

 

 

 

 

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