Superstar to Recovery - The Day After

You earned it!

More than likely you are all still experiencing that "runners' high" from yesterday. You are thinking about how much fun you had, that darn hill, and the euphoric feeling you felt as you ran the red carpet towards the finish line. You may be still wearing your medal.

Although you are most likely feeling fatigue and muscle soreness today, as you walk stiffly around the house (or sit on the couch with your feet up,) you may be wondering when and if your next race will come.

Any exercise you can do in the next day or two will promote circulation and aid healing. If you feel like you can run, start slowly. It is mornal if your legs feel stiff. After running a short distance, your legs should loosen up and running will feel better. When you feel your legs beginning to tighten again or if something hurts, you've had enough. Don't run any more than you did the day before the marathon (about 10 to 15 minutes).

If you feel too sore or stiff to run, take a walk or ride your bike for 20 to 30 minutes to get your blood flowing. If anything hurts, ice it after your workout. Your whole body may feel fatigued, so take it easy and go to bed early.

This week, as your stiffness and soreness fade away, start back on your running routine slowly. Just like you tapered the week or two before the race, it is time to do the opposite. Build your distances back up again, especially if this was your first half marathon or the first one you have done in some time. You will be back to your celebrity status in no time.

Thank you to all of our stars that took part in yesterday's event.  From the runners to the volunteers, you helped make the 2nd Annual Hollywood Half Marathon a success!