Running Recovery & Getting Involved Next Year

With the completion of races like the Coventry Half Marathon and London Marathon yesterday, many runners will now be shifting their focus from training to recovery. Whether you’ve just crossed the finish line or are inspired to start running next year, here are our top physiotherapy informed running tips.

Post Race Recovery Tips

• Hydrate and Refuel: Replenish lost fluids and eat nutrient-rich meals with a balance of protein, carbs, and vegetables.
  


• Stay Warm: Post race, your body is vulnerable to temperature changes. Swap into dry clothes and use a foil blanket to ward off mild hypothermia.
  


• Stretch and Mobilise: Gentle movement and stretching help flush out lactic acid and prevent stiffness. Focus on the calves, hamstrings, and quads.
  


• Consider an Initial Assessment: If you’re experiencing aches or injuries post-race, a recovery session with a physiotherapist can include massage, mobility work, or joint assessment to help you bounce back faster.
  


• Book a Deep Tissue or Sports Massage at our clinic.

Inspired to Join Next Year?

If you watched friends or family run and felt a twinge of motivation, now is the perfect time to begin planning.

• Try Couch to 5k: This popular programme is ideal for beginners, slowly building stamina and distance in a safe and structured way.
  


• Get the Right Shoes: Stick with comfortable, worn-in trainers to avoid blisters and discomfort.
  


• Plan Ahead: Start small with local 5k or park runs, and set long-term goals like the Coventry Half next spring.
  


• Book an Initial Assessment

Whether you’re recovering from a race or planning to start your journey, our team can help with assessments, plans and injury prevention strategies tailored to your needs.