With two big endurance events coming up just two weeks apart, I am definitely focusing more on recovery this month. After spending a couple hours each day swimming, biking and/or running, I definitely need it in this final ramp up to "Racetober's" events.
I previously posted about trying out cryotherapy again last week. After that session, I signed up for a month of daily sessions and have been going every day after my workouts. It is a chilly 3 minutes and I am always happy when it ends.
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| It gets chilly in there! |
In addition to that, I have had a few kinetic recovery massage sessions at another recovery center about 15 minutes away. It is very different than regular massages I have had in the past. It is a specialized form of massage, stretching and muscle work performed with an emphasis on active recovery versus passive bodywork. You stay fully clothed in comfortable clothing. The therapist does a lot of stretching and twisting and maneuvering me around. I definitely feel it in places I normally wouldn't be able to hit. If it helps increase my flexibility and keep my body more balanced, then I am all for it this month.
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| Not your typical massage |
The Normatec compression boots have been a daily part of my recovery for the last year and a half. Mike and I each use them for 45 minutes a day to keep our legs feeling fresh. I can tell the difference when I've gone a few days without them. I'm still undecided if they'll be making the trip with us to Chicago this weekend...
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| A great investment in our recovery |
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