A group of 11 teachers and a random engineer set out to conquer The Tucson and Las Vegas Marathon. This blog is a collection of our thoughts.
RECOVERY
For the best bounce back post-long run routine (Runners World, Sept. 2008) - 5 minutes after rehydrate 8-16 oz sports drink -7 minutes after change into dry clean clothes for temp. regulation -15 minutes after reload with carbs and protein -30 minutes after stretch in improve flexibility and circulation -45 minutes after ice bath for speedy recovery and minimizes soreness -60 minutes after take a nap or rest with feet up
Can't just start working out all willy nilly anymore. Have to warm up and stretch. Your mind might say you can, but your body is saying something altogether different.
