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On rest and recovery days it is important to avoid doing the worst thing you can do for your body... nothing. Examples of rest and recovery activities are walking, static stretch exercises (after a warm up and loosening up period), dynamic stretching, swimming, water running, and riding a bike.
Recovery refers to resting after a workout or tough run, or taking time off during a training program. Recovery is an importantâbut often neglectedâpart of training plans. Take your easy days seriously so you'll run your best when it really counts.