You Finished the Race. Now Help Your Body Recover.

Whether you're feeling great, a little stiff, or wondering why your calves suddenly hate you, these runner-specific recovery resources will help you bounce back faster and move better in the days ahead.

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What's Normal After a Race?

After a race like this, your body is working hard to recover. Thousands of repetitive impacts create muscle fatigue, joint stress, and tissue breakdown that your body now has to repair. The good news? Most of what you'll feel over the next day or two is completely normal.

❋ Sore quads, calves, and hips

Thousands of strides create fatigue and soreness in the muscles doing most of the work.

❋ Stiffness when getting out of bed

Your muscles and joints tighten as they recover, especially after sitting or sleeping.

❋ Heavy or tired legs

Post-race fatigue can make your legs feel sluggish for a day or two.

❋ Mild muscle soreness that peaks 24–48 hours later

It's common to feel more sore tomorrow than you do immediately after crossing the finish line.

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A Note From Dr. Hansen

Running is repetitive by nature. Thousands of strides place stress on the same muscles, joints, and movement patterns. Most runners don't need more rest—they need better recovery.

If something feels off after the race, don't wait until it becomes a bigger problem.

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Post-race

Recovery Checklist

Before the end of today:

☐ Drink plenty of water
☐ Replace electrolytes
☐ Eat protein and carbohydrates
☐ Go for a light walk
☐ Complete one recovery video
☐ Get a full night's sleep
Day Two

Set Intentions & Reflect

Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

Day Three

Look Forward & Wrap Up

We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

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