Subject: RE: Best Recovery methods (what's the best combo for less soreness)I really only do this for long bikes and especially long runs (and races ). Proper cool-down, at least 5 min long, considerably longer dep/up mileage/hours. Protein+quick-carb snack. Choco milk is a fave. Yogurt drink. PowerBar if I'm desperate. ICE or COLDWATER BATH. 20 min if I can stand it. Then a nice balanced meal. Or a pig out fest if I feel like it. Sometimes I like to lie on the floor with my legs up on a wall. Seems to make them feel better. Next day, I do light walking/swimming/super easy bike for 30 min or so. |