3 Ways to Recover From a Half Marathon

Half marathon
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Preparing for a half marathon is a difficult process and that’s why finishing this race for the first time is a huge success and a milestone for every runner. However, crossing that finish line is not the end of the journey, so here are a few ways to successfully recover after a half marathon and start preparing for the next challenge.

Rest

While it’s very important not to stop exercising and working on your form, it’s still best to take a day off after running a marathon. Use this day to relax and give your body time to rest and recover before moving on to the next race.

Keep Moving 

Sitting on the couch probably sounds like the best way to recover from a half-marathon, but the truth is that your muscles will be stiff and sore for a couple of days. That’s why it’s necessary to stay active and go for a short walk or even a jog every day.

Stretch

Stretching for 10 to 15 minutes at home is also a great way to recover from a marathon. Gentle stretching exercises, especially those with a foam roller, are an important part of post-race recovery because they’re great for relieving muscle soreness and tension after running.