Recover like the Pros

Elite athletes treat their recovery as seriously as their workouts.

Today’s rest day at the Tour de France might not seem restive as riders put in hours on the bike, but the active recovery they earn from light workouts, massage, icing, compression, and nutrition will pay big dividends this week and at the end of the three-week stage race.

The Athlete’s Guide to Recovery unlocks the pros’ secrets to athletic rest. Certified coach and yoga instructor Sage Rountree reveals how much rest you need, how to measure your fatigue, and how to make the best use of dozens of everyday and high-tech recovery aids.

Read more about The Athlete’s Guide to Recovery.