Even God Rested on the 7th Day

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Q. My body feels battered after the Mumbai Marathon. What is the best recovery process? I am happy you used the word "recovery" as then we are on the same wavelength. Some runners, especially those who have fared poorly, attempt to rush into another race in the hope that they will wash away their demons but that is ill-advised. After months of rigorous training culminating in a key race, our body needs a complete break from running. It is all about allowing our body - and mind - to recover so ...

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