Walkway Marathon: 2016 Digital Race Packet | Page 59

POST RACE RESULTS
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 recovering 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:
1. HYDRATE—This cannot be overstated!
2. 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 training routine, this is the perfect time for that as well.
3. 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.
4. STRETCH—You know you don’t do it enough so take this time to focus
on it!
5. HAVE FUN!

WE HOPE YOU ENJOYED RUNNING IN THE
BEAUTIFUL HUDSON VALLEY AND HOPE YOU
RETURN FOR MORE FUN IN THE FUTURE!