Sports Recovery for geezers
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One of the biggest things I find as I get older is that the recovery time gets longer and more pronounced. I used to play Ultimate Frisbee, which involves a lot of sprinting and smashing onto the ground. At some point a few years ago, I would play, and then I would be all but crippled for a couple days – and then be hurt and stiff for a couple more. I played longer then most of my ultimate friends but I had to give it up. Friends who play hockey said the same thing. They could still play – but the recovery time is brutal.
Now I am beginning to experience the same thing with cycling. My range is not great. Last week I took a long ride. It was an easy ride and I had no problem doing the ride. But lordy, days later and I still feel like I am bruised. Recovery time is getting harsher.
So…. particularly our older members who like to bike home the long way…. what secrets do you have for sports recovery. I know the obvious: rest, sleep, nutrition, stretching…. But is there anything in particular that you have found that works particularly well. How do you 50+ guys do these monster rides and still soldier on??
BTW one of the Puggles is back for the weekend and is on my lap supervising this post!
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