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Theron D
14 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

Dec 2, 2007 7:56 PM

Run day after 5K Race?

What are your opinions on this? Do you rest the day after, or run? If so how long do you run for?

thanks
Theron D
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melaniemae427
302 posts since
Oct 4, 2007
1. Dec 2, 2007 8:02 PM in response to: Theron D
I've run after it a couple times, but only did 2-3 miles each time. I was usually a little sore from pushing so much harder than training runs but I felt better after I went for a slow jog the next day. I say go for it and keep your muscles loosened up!
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mrinertia
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Dec 14, 2007
2. Dec 2, 2007 8:08 PM in response to: Theron D
A 15-30 minute recovery run will help ease the soreness. Run them easy, don't push the distance and it'll help quite a bit.
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Theron D
14 posts since
Dec 14, 2007
3. Dec 2, 2007 8:11 PM in response to: Theron D
Thanks, I'll probably do an easy 2 miles like you suggested....

Best
Theron
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