👉 Why Rest & Recovery Might Be Your Secret Weapon | IDKR Episode 176

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In this week’s episode of the I Don’t Know Running Podcast, Lewis and Mitch dive deep into a topic every runner struggles with: recovery. From mixing up training with walk/run intervals to recognizing when slowing down actually makes you stronger, they share honest stories, laughs, and research-backed insights about the importance of rest.

We cover:

Why active recovery beats complete rest 🏃‍♂️

The dangers of the “no days off” mentality

How even elites like Kipchoge use slow miles to recover

Practical ways to add recovery into your training without losing fitness

Real experiences with overtraining, numb feet, and the struggle of slowing down

Whether you’re training for your first race or grinding through ultras, this conversation will remind you that recovery isn’t weakness—it’s unseen training.

📊 Did you know? Studies show up to 30% of endurance athletes experience overtraining symptoms at some point, and structured recovery can reduce injury rates by 12–20%.

💬 What’s your go-to recovery method? Share your recovery stories in the comments or on Strava—we’d love to hear them!

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