What's Happening In Your Body As You Recover From A Workout? (#282)

OVERVIEWWe all know recovery takes time, but how much time and what is going on internally while "recovery" is happening? How do factors like the duration and intensity of a workout affect the recovery process? What about nutrition and hydration during and after training, and finally, what about those fancy recovery tools and gadgets? Coach Adam Pulford breaks down the science of recovery, what's going on in your body that constitutes "recovery", and how long it's going to take based on your fitness level, the specifics of your workout, and more.TOPICS COVEREDAcute vs. Long-Term RecoveryTimeline for post-workout recovery (Zero to 72 hours)Effects of intensity, duration, and frequency on recovery timelineRole of nutrition in recoveryHydration requirements during recoveryProtein for acute recoveryKeys to long-term recovery (weeks and months)RESOURCESScience of Recovery & Timelines:Nutrition and acute recovery Role of Carbohydrates in Recovery Timelines:Carbohydrates for training and competition - PubMed  Two-a-Day Training:Benefits and Risks of Two-a-Day Training for Cyclists - CTS DOMs:Delayed onset muscle soreness : treatment strategies and performance factors - PubMed ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete