I have been a runner for about 20 years. At my best, I was running six days a week and could comfortably sign up for a half marathon at a moment’s notice. Even when I considered myself slacking, I was still running three to four days a week. I was consistent… until I wasn’t anymore.
After running three marathons back-to-back—Berlin, New York, and Tokyo—I needed a break. When I tried to start back ...
This article presents a common scenario faced by many athletes who take a break from regular training and then try to return to their previous levels of performance. It highlights several aspects that are important for understanding the challenges of coming back after a hiatus, including the reduction in endurance capabilities, changes in muscular strength, coordination, and range of motion, as well as the slow recovery of connective tissue and neuromuscular coordination.
The article offers advi...