Watching the 'Big Sur Marathon' this past weekend was so inspiring!
As I've never ran a marathon myself, I began to wonder how these mega-athletes recover from such a feat? Post-Race Recovery Tips: 1) Resting for 3-7 days post-race allowing muscles to fully recover 2) Train Wisely (Prepare your muscles for the race-day-grind) 3) Roll Out on a Foam Roller 4) Eat Right (Protein Rich Foods & Water) 5) Ice Soak 6) Low Impact Exercise (Swimming & Cycling) "As with training, the trick to full muscle recovery is finding what works for you. Each person's body is unique and may react differently to various post-race routines. It’s up to you to find that winning combination—and run with it!" Read Full Article Here: http://greatist.com/fitness/how-do-i-recover-marathon?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=opengraph&utm_campaign=marathon%20recovery Comments are closed.
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