There were many years that I shunned the Recovery Run, then there was a period when I was running recovery runs on a regular basis. In that period I came to appreciate the Recovery Run. I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit Five Friday. … Continue reading 5 Benefits of Recovery Runs
Recovery Run
Do you need to dress differently for a short run?
I mean a recovery run -- which will be much shorter than even your easy runs. It should be much slower than your easy runs, too. Many runners start streaking at this time of year, trying to make sure they keep up their fitness through the holidays. Often that means quite a few days will … Continue reading Do you need to dress differently for a short run?
What’s a recipe for injury?
Most people love their recovery runs. Most coaches seem to like to assign them. Me? Not a fan. I'll tell you why. Of course, I am not a running coach, a physical therapist, yadda yadda, so on and so forth. This is just my opinion. Too much repetitive motion No matter how much you love … Continue reading What’s a recipe for injury?