recovery

From ice baths to chocolate milk, there are a lot of recovery myths out there. Before you buy $800 compression pants, here’s what you should know about the science of recovery.

Trendy recovery gimmicks are advertised everywhere, but professional trail runners know it’s all about prioritizing the basics.

Physical fatigue, muscle soreness, and age greatly impact post-race recovery and sleep patterns.

Many runners are swapping out heady IPA’s post-run for an ice-cold non-alcoholic beer. Here’s why this switch can benefit your running.

What do you do when the mind wants to heal but the body has other ideas?

New data shows that, unlike a car, you can’t perform well with a half-full fuel tank

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

HRV can help you decide when to push—and when to hold back—for optimal fitness and recovery.

A new study suggests that potato protein could be just as effective as dairy proteins to kick-start the recovery process—but there’s a catch.

Massage guns can be great for relieving muscle tension, as long as they're used in the correct areas.

Studies conclude compression clothes may not be all they're cracked up to be.

A new study compares active and passive interval recoveries, but physiology isn’t the only factor to consider.

The seven-time Western States 100 finisher and 2016 champion is approaching this year’s Big Dance with an open mindset after a major injury.

The algorithms used to estimate your training load have some fundamental flaws, scientists say.

The world of recovery gear is a wild, wild west. Here’s your complete guide. 

You plan every element of your pre- and mid-race fueling meticulously. But what about how to eat after you've crossed the finish line?

Yes, running can be a stress-buster—or it can cause even more stress. Learn how to find the line between the two and get smart about stress.

For most of us, one 100-mile race in a year is enough. But what if you want to attempt multiple ultras in a season? Here's what to know.

Recovery, just like training, is highly individualized from person to person. Recent research shines a light on why that is.

Paying for a big day out.

Everything you need to get the most out of your training without breaking the bank - tried and tested by our team.

In The Performance Corner, our strength running coach Jason Fitzgerald reminds us that, if we are constantly battling injuries, these five training errors could be part of the problem.

Jumping into your first trail race can be daunting. Here's everything beginners need to know for a fun and successful maiden voyage.

Donating blood is an easy way to make a huge difference in someone else’s life. Here’s what runners should keep in mind.

There are a variety of medications you can take to help yourself sleep, but what impact do sleep aids have on athletic performance?

There's conflicting evidence (both scientific and anecdotal) about the impacts of alcohol on athletic performance. Here's a refresher.

We've all heard about that 30-minute window when we're "supposed" to eat after a run. But how important is that time frame really?

Stop, put your hands on your knees, and take some deep breaths after an exhausting year. You earned it, and according to a 2019 study, it works.

Morning soreness is part of being an athlete, and it’s usually not a cause for alarm.

Tips for nailing recovery nutrition

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

A July 2021 study found that hormone levels throughout the menstrual cycle can affect heart-rate variability and resting heart rate. What does that mean for training?

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.

Check out Kylee Van Horn RDN's author page.

If you’re looking to sooth running aches to recover faster from workouts, research shows that topical CBD could be an effective solution. Here's how we felt about these eight CBD recovery rubs.

Recovery is a critical part of training, because that's when adaptation from all your training happens.

Here's what to keep in mind for running before and after receiving each dose of your COVID-19 vaccine.

Sometimes it feels like the best/fastest/happiest runners never take breaks. But critical fitness adaptations happen when you rest.

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The studies indicate that napping may be helpful for performance. Let’s break it down.

Nutrition shouldn't be rocket science. Here's where most runners go wrong.

Check out Kylee Van Horn RDN's author page.

Check out Kylee Van Horn RDN's author page.

Rest days are a critical part of staying injury-free as a runner. But what should you actually do on your rest days?

Check out Claire Walla's author page.

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Check out Samuel Griffith's author page.

Check out Samuel Griffith's author page.

Check out Samuel Griffith's author page.

Check out Samuel Griffith's author page.

Check out Trail Runner magazine's author page.

Check out Trail Runner magazine's author page.

During a race in Norway, Hillary Allen fell from a ridge and nearly died. Now, she's recovering and looking toward the future.

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Check out Trail Runner magazine's author page.

Check out Trail Runner magazine's author page.

Nearly every injury starts as a minor concern. For many motivated trail runners, the most important workout is deciding not to run.

Foam rolling is a popular and effective self-massage tool for athletes. Here's your complete guide to doing it properly.

It’s not a choice between perfect health and long-term injury. Often, things are somewhere in between.

Arianna Huffington’s newest book touts sleep as one of the keys to thriving, and that extends to athletic recovery as well.

A few simple tips can strip years of miles away, making you feel younger every day, stay healthier and run faster.

Overtraining is a grizzly bear that can ruin your day-to-day life. Overreaching is a bear cub: mostly harmless, but with dangerous potential.