Recovery

If popping the cash for a month-long trip to the Maldives isn't an option, here's the next best thing - the best recovery gifts for the runner in your life.

In the wild world of endurance sports, recovery can feel like the last frontier

You’re completely wiped out after that long run—so why can’t you fall sleep?

"I sometimes look back on my younger self and wish I could give her a hug."

A percussive massager can work out knots, relieve tightness and pain, and even help you overcome certain injuries. But they aren't all created equal.

Embracing recovery will make you a better athlete. Your body is asking you to work in. It’s time to listen and respond.

While fitness seems like a protective factor, doctors urge us all to remain vigilant against getting sick.

Elements of sprint training can be beneficial to recreational distance runners, too.

We put some of the most popular compression boots to the test.

When you're still training hard, but not improving, it can be frustrating. It also can be a signal that you shouldn't ignore.

These tips help speed up recovery and keep you in top shape.

Tips for nailing recovery nutrition from a dietitian.

She'll race the 5,000 and 10,000 meters at the Olympics. Here is how she’s nailing her physical and mental recovery.

While the literature on alcohol and athletic performance is somewhat mixed, it’s worth tracking how you respond to even small amounts due to the risk of impaired recovery.

If you're feeling tired yet still wired at the end of the day, this gentle yoga sequence can help you get a good night's sleep.

Without adequate recovery—easy days, sleep, downtime—training adaptations go down the tubes.

Most of these items are easy to find—and all can be used to create the toolkit every runner should have.

Sleep is the single most important thing you can do to speed your recovery. It will complement your high-quality training while helping you avoid setbacks due to injury, illness, and overtraining.

Mental breaks are more important than ever. Below, experts discuss their health benefits and offer seven ways you can take one.

Step aside, Sleepytime tea. These upgraded night-night nightcaps are formulated to help you relax.

There is a time and place for ice to treat an injury. Read on to find out how healing works and when you should reach for the ice cubes.

Your daily habits can have a huge effect on how well you sleep. Do these 7 things and ensure you wake up ready to rock your day (and your run).

Here's how to maximize the benefits of that “hurts so good” feeling.

Runners hate having to skip a few days of training, but when you're sick, it can make all of the difference for faster recovery.

Tracking what successful marathoners actually do reveals new optimal training patterns of hard weeks and easy weeks.

These four simple steps can help you optimize your cool down to recover and return to the trail refreshed and faster than ever.

Adding some key accessories on top of proper recovery protocols can boost your bounce-back effectiveness.

When the mountains call, make sure to answer with extra rest days.

Lauren Wilke contracted the new coronavirus early in March. Almost five months later, she still can’t run.

Cool off this summer and satisfy your cravings with these nourishing (and delicious) frozen snacks.

An award-winning mixologist knows just how to spice up your recovery drink game.

The darling of the recovery world, tart cherry juice, stars in this drink.

This sparkling spin on chamomile tea can be made in a glass for yourself or a pitcher for friends and family.

Pineapple and Greek yogurt make this a super beneficial recovery drink without compromising on taste.

A sweet and tropical twist on the savory classic.

This smoothie may seem simple, but it’s packed with essential nutrients to replenish what your body lost through sweat and help rebuild muscle.

A simple question answered: Are recovery sandals worth the investment?

New research supports what many runners do naturally, instead of the conventional wisdom that you should stay upright.

Resist the urge to plop on the couch and do one or more of these post-workout mobility exercises from strength coach Kevin Purvis.

Resist the urge to grab the first thing you find in the pantry and opt for one of these science-backed snacks.

Prepare yourself for a hurts-so-good body beatdown.

Don't rush to the ER the second you feel flu-like symptoms. Here's what experts recommend to do, instead.

Adding these medicine ball exercises to your cooldown routine can strengthen your core, hamstrings, and hips while increasing total-body coordination.

Using a medicine ball cooldown routine after your run has benefits in mobility, coordination, and injury prevention.

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Not respecting the illness can often set you back more than trying to push through it.

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Knead, stretch, awaken your qi: the right way to tackle recovery depends on where in the world you are.

After cracking her navicular bone, a bone located near the foot’s arch, straight through, the world champion triathlete came back to win two Ironmans.

Whether you’re an ultrarunner or you just run for fun, taking an off-season is important in maintaining your health and fitness.

Coach Hillary Kigar advises on best travel practices for runners–including whether or not they should wear compression socks.

It is easy to go and go without taking a much-needed break. Here's why you shouldn't fear losing fitness and get some rest.

While you should train yourself to be mentally tough, there are times you shouldn't push just because you think it may make you a quitter.

You may not know it, but yoga and running go hand-in-hand.

If recovery is coming slowly for you, there are ways to use fuel—in the form of food—that will help.

With the Olympic Track and Field Trials underway, runners everywhere are inspired to set up training.

Runners, start your blenders!

Stuff these pack-hack items in your race-day duffel and be the envy of every bag check.

Finishing a long run is a great feeling. Keep it going all day with these recovery tips.

Don’t get steamrolled—use these items to get back to the grind in no time.

These recovery bites are so addictive that you'll blaze through your workout just to have them.

We rounded up some of the craziest gear and gadgets to help keep you injury-free.

Kathy Nguyen ran the LA Marathon with the amazing medical team who saved her life.

These tips for how to recover from a double race weekend can work for any runner.

Recovery is an essential part of your training cycle.

The amount of rest is different for everyone. This is how you can aid your body in recovery.

What you shouldn't be doing? Running.

One runner walks us through the recovery process and why it's so tough.

The red fruit win again in aiding hard-working runners in recovery—but this time it's avoid the sniffles, not muscle cramps.

Are ice baths really worth it? Check out the pros and cons of this recovery ritual.

Yes, a glass of champagne can be part of your post-run ritual.

Forget smoothies—add blueberries to your soup!

Whether you are running easy or speeding through a workout, it's important to run differently.

It is crucial for your training to take easy days. Are you slowing down enough?

Take post-marathon advice from coach Andrew Kastor—his wife holds the American 26.2 record!

Respect your recovery after a race! Here are reasons why a little rest is a good thing.

Ice baths are great for your training...if you time them correctly.

Editor Nicki Miller appreciated every single part of her first marathon experience.