Rock Your Run: 8 Beginner Running Tips

The Importance of Rest

"I used to run and work out all the time but that never gave my body time to recover," says marathoner and triathlete Christine Yu. "My legs would always feel heavy and I would wonder why my IT band ached or my knee hurt or my race times would plateau. As I've gotten older, I recognize the importance of proper rest that your muscles need to get stronger. The result has been less injury and frankly, more enjoyable running."