Muscle Recovery

Race season is upon us! And I’ve seen a lot of runners out there pounding the pavement. In order to get the most out of your workouts, muscle recovery has to be a part of your routine.

We ask a lot of our bodies that challenge our abilities throughout our lives. Training for races like marathons, iron mans, or any competitive race requires us to develop a consistent training routine.. Dedicating hours of strenuous workouts each day throughout the week.

But do we spend enough time recovering and rewarding ourselves and our bodies? 

There is often an imbalance when it comes to resting and recovering. And I often get reluctance when I suggest this to my highly active clients. It’s hard for them to rest and be still. It’s often their personality. But those recovery days are essential for longevity and progress toward a balanced and pain free body. 

Not only are you allowing your body to heal but you’re giving yourself the leg up you need when it comes to performing at optimal levels.

Benefits of a Recovery Routine while Training..

• Cellular and Tissue Repair
• Muscle Building
• Mental and Physical Reset
• Body Awareness
• Replenishing Energy and Stamina
• Improving Performance
• Preventing injury

Recovery days don’t have to be about lying around.. Although they can be. You can spend a day releasing your common tension spots and moving your body for mobility. It doesn’t have to be complicated or take a huge amount of time.

Our body requires us to rest. And often if this piece of your training is missing, eventually an injury will occur. It may not be today or tomorrow.. but eventually your body will make you rest if you don’t take the initiative.

Taking a break so your body can replenish is crucial for optimal function throughout your day. So don’t cut it out of your schedule. Weave it in and make it as important as all those other days training and on the go.

How?

Start small and build on your existing habits and routines. Baby steps. Add in consistent a mini recovery session before your workout. And schedule one day a week dedicated to releasing tension, improving mobility, and recovering from the week.

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