My mom and I spent most of yesterday playing with a 12 month old. There are worse ways to spend your day.
Buddy was pouting because Tom was hanging out with a friend in the city.
I haven't even attempted a run yet. On Monday, Mom and I took Buddy for a long walk, but otherwise I have been taking it easy.
How long do you take off after a race? It really varies for me, mostly depending on how sore I am, and how long the race is. I have seen recommendations to rest anywhere from 5-13 days after a half. Generally, I take a few days completely off, and then hold off on any tough workouts for close to two weeks. I've even been trying to stretch and foam roll this time around.
I definitely pushed myself on Sunday, so I still have some pretty sore muscles. Plus, having my mom here is a good excuse to take it easy for a few extra days. :)
Dang 5-13 days sounds like forever after just a half marathon. I don't mean JUST, but I don't think 2 hours of running would beat your body up quite as bad as a marathon. Even Hal Higdon's post marathon recovery plan involves easy jogging on the 4th day I think. That being said, you totally have to listen to your body and do what feels best for you! I always like it when my big races are over because then I feel like I can be lazy and just run easy for a week or two.
ReplyDeleteI can't even imagine what my body would feel like after a marathon! I will probably try a few easy miles tomorrow and see where I'm at.
DeleteI don't think I will ever do a marathon for that reason! (among the HOURS of training required). I hope your run went well!
DeleteI've actually heard that you take off one day for every mile your race was. So for 13.1 miles you would take off 13 days. I don't follow that and I don't really agree with it because after a full that would mean 26 days of rest! I guess everyone has their theories on proper recovery...lol. just do what feels good for you!
ReplyDeleteI've heard the one day per mile thing too! That seems way too long, but I definitely take it easy for a few days! :)
DeleteI could totally do a marathon then if I got to take off 26 days after! Ha ha ha!
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