Time off between full distance reaces..

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2010-09-07 8:30 AM


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Subject: Time off between full distance reaces..
How much rest/recovery time is normal before resuming training for an IM distance event.  i was in L-ville Aug 29,  and beach to battleship in NC is nov 13.   I am itching to get back into training, but so far have held myself back.  Is 2 weeks off about right?  More??

2010-09-07 11:05 AM
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Subject: RE: Time off between full distance reaces..
this always depends on the individual and your ability to recover, etc.  as a very general rule of thumb, you can do a reverse of your taper and ramp up that way and see how your body reacts to that.  i wouldn't be going cold turkey right afterward, but would do light and less volume.  I'd say it took me about 3 weeks until I was fully recovered from my last race.
2010-09-07 11:21 AM
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thx for the input.. the IM Louisville heat took a lot out of me.. short run this weekend hurt more than it should have.. looks like i better ease off
2010-09-07 11:43 AM
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Subject: RE: Time off between full distance reaces..
a little time off is fine...you've earned it!
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