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So you crossed the finish line? What’s next?!
Check for post-race photos and results on the following sites:
WalkwayMarathon.org
MHRRC.org
PoughkeepsieJournal.com
HudsonValleyNewsNetwork.com
Whether you set out to finish your race a year ago, six months ago or six weeks ago, you set a
goal and reached it! That deserves congratulations—and some celebration! As runners we
spend a lot of time focusing on the race we have ahead of us, it’s easy to forget that recov-
ering from your last race is a key component in preparing for your next event. So here are
some tips to help you recover from today’s accomplishments:
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Hydrate—THIS CANNOT BE OVERSTATED!
Stick Around—There’s plenty to do after the race! Explore the different vendors and
entertainment in the main tent.
Stay Active—Your body is used to activity and wants more. The day after your race, be
sure to get out for a walk, light jog, bike ride, or go for a swim. If you have a strength
routine, this is the perfect time for that as well.
Take it easy—Your muscle strength can be affected for up to 14 days following a race,
this will affect your gait and stride as you get back into training. Keep training runs short
and at a comfortable pace for about 2 weeks.
Stretch—You know you don’t do it enough, so take this time to focus on it!
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