Marathon and Long Run Recovery, it's an art form

[@moustaphabaya7887]

Loved how ur son naturally talks on camera just like you!! How cute

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

Seth you’re a gem man. Your channel is incredibly well done and informative.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Thanks Trevor for the support, so glad you are here in the comments chiming in. New vlog everyday.

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

Seth James DeMoor It’s my pleasure Seth. I’m involved with the trail community out here in the west coast Vancouver area and since finding your tube I’ve been encouraging my peeps to peep you. Reason being, most importantly, is you have genuine legitimate advice and back it up. Your energy helps as well.

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

You can find me on Instagram at tsweimer

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

THANKS Trevor for spreading the word in Canada, I hope to go race there someday!

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

Seth James DeMoor my pleasure

[@jayhova]

Began running 4 weeks ago. Just ran my first race yesterday- nyc central park half marathon. Ran at an easy 9:50 pace to be safe, as I've had some knee and hamstring issues. Epsom salt helped but still walked like a penguin all day today. Can't wait to recover and starting putting in those daily single digit miles in again!

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

CONGRATS!!! This is great news and glad the Epsom Salt helped a bit. Let me know when your next race is!

[@joaqpani8719]

I have been consistently running for 5 months and last Sunday May 09 I completed my first 21 K training. I did that with my new Hoka Bondi 7 (weight 73KG, height 1.74 Meters). So proud! All best from Mexico City!

[@jazzz1587]

Seth I appreciate that you put your camera in your po box, close it, open it, take out mail, close it, open it, take camera out, close it, just for us ❤️

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

: ) Just for you! Thanks for noticing.

[@SeanODonnell70]

I still can’t believe how much extra running you get in with B roll running footage. Camera placement, running back off cam, running back into the cam, etc. All the details make a huge difference in your vlog recipe. Much appreciated Seth.

[@white_deer1]

Seth, as I've only been running consistently for a short 4 months your advice and instruction on recovery and all other running related topics has helped me enormously. I really am enjoying this sport and hope to do it for many, many years to come. I wish you good luck on your races this year and am anticipating performances that merit the effort and desire you show in your daily vlogs. I'm already looking forward to tomorrow's vlog! From memory, I think I actually came to your youtube channel when I first researching on shoe reviews and I think it was via a Jami's reviews video the feed went to one of your videos next. Since then, I've been an avid watcher.

[@myeasythoughts]

Running consistent for the first time in my life for 10 weeks 👍 love it so much. Pretty bummed it took me 33 years to discover it 😂🤦🏻‍♂️

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Keep rocking though! Never too late

[@brigiddemoor4206]

Recovery!! So precious to see the boys and you in the snow! Love and miss you!

[@MTknives]

I just ran my first Marathon :) I have only been running for 2 years now. Thanks for the information!

[@johnmaloney2016]

At 45 years old I’m in my 3rd year of running. Just getting serious about training and education since I got a Tom Tom watch last fall. The 8 miles I did this morning was the furthest I’ve ever been. Trying to go under :48 in a 10k this September. Much love to the running KZbinrs. I always go with protein during recovery.

[@UnityInReps]

Keyword: Recovery! QD: After a long day I try to relax to the best of my ability and foam roll after the race, the morning after a race, the middle of the day, and the night after the race. It’s just to make sure I don’t get hurt and so I feel very relaxed and prepared for my next run.

[@STEPHAN1808]

a long hike on the Co Down Hills, nice and easy pace, legs always feel better the next day for a run.

[@PaulWaye]

QOD.. I actually do this every morning. Before the family get up I make a coffee, put KZbin on the tv, catch-up with my running KZbinrs like you, all while working on the foam roller, stretch band etc. Fantastic start for each day, but especially those recovery days. At 50+ it is more important for me to be active than do a full day of rest (otherwise I stiffen up)

[@luizalves5805]

As a nutritionist I say that you tea could help you recovery if it is inserted in a health balance diet! No nutrient per se will do the “magic” ! Good recovery my friend!

[@marysalmon8431]

recovery. Yoga, which is also my preventative action. I would not still be running without it. you might find stretching just as helpful, I find I need a plan, a focus and I enjoy the flow and athleticism of yoga, the attention to breathing has absolutely helped me during harder efforts. Because it is a body weight workout, my upper body and core strength has improved. Congrats Phil on your first 20 miler, great job!

[@herbertdasilva8041]

I’m a new runner 3 months only But I have 4 years cycling racing And stop cycling for 3 years then I just start loving running

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Awesome Herbert, welcome to the running world! So glad you're here.

[@Juniperskeleton]

Recovery! I prioritize sleep a lot as a highschooler which I think gives me an edge over others. I also roll out the muscles regularly now. This isnt really recovery so much as injury prevention but I also like to do my strides in spikes or flats whenever possible to keep my feet used to less cushion.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

SLEEP!!! Enjoy it while you can.

[@enbrunoise]

3 weeks running. And hopefully in 3 years a marathon. Your video's work as a motivation for me. Its 26 C here. But i went out running anyway Just easy easy easy tempo.

[@pitchmeupscotty]

QD: Recovery for me is simply getting the blood flowing in a relaxed way. It must be my age, but in my twenties I found yoga "not my thing". But because of YT I eventually tried some"yoga for runners" and found it to be very complete stretching excercices... still discovering though.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Thanks lef for chiming in.

[@MonteComeau]

Recovery: QD: After long runs I use F2C Nutritions REHAB 3:1 immediately afterwards. Light stretching for 10 minutes or so then put my legs up and rest for a bit. Normal life for the rest of the day with a 1 hr nap. Day after a long run is my rest day with core work and oftentimes a walk.

[@1man1year150]

Learning the art of recovery now as I get better at 🏃‍♂️

[@michaelbfree2run883]

I don't like them (because it hurts/feels so unformable) but after a hard workout/race, but my favorite exercise is....standing squats (no weights)...2 sets of 50/60 (within 5 minutes after the race/workout, this is important), afterward doing them, it feels so good, you can actually feel the recovery immediately. all good!

[@etiennevlok]

Recovery, man I first saw the torins on your channel and gave them a shot, and it's rocking my world! My posterior tibial tendonitis feels much better after running in altras. I bought TIMP 1.5s for the trails and torin 3.5s for recovery road runs, and I can't pinpoint why, but they feel amazing! My foot is wide (E2) so it might be the wide toebox or it might be the zero drop...it's working for me at the moment. Running shoes is such a mystery, everyone's feet are different, I love it! Haha! Also Epsom salts are amazing, I use it daily, and I foam roll 30min everyday.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Etienne, amazing to hear your journey with the Torins, so glad they are working. I'm slowly coming around to them as well for my easy days. Nice work on the recovery on your body, sounds like you have it down to a science.

[@botterweckwb]

I'm a day behind! Do you ever do an Graston Technique for calfs and plantar. Maybe at home Graston? Little DIY.

[@kingexplorers5077]

Started to fall in love with running after trying out indoor track. Only a 6 minute mile tho

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

That's great, a 6 minute miles is awesome, keep trucking and you will continue to improve.

[@timbannon4950]

Another great video! Gonna try the foot log.... I swear by compression socks, almost everyday, but always after long-run Sunday:)

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

LOVE compression socks, I need to wear mine more, thanks for the reminder.

[@joonbug1101]

After my 12 mile long run yesterday, I ate a lot of healthy foods to revitalize myself, then I stretched and rolled and did mobility. Then I took a hot bath to relax my body and then chilled.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Brilliant line up of recovery, sounds spot on.

[@schries]

Pedialyte to stay hydrated. 10 ounces after run and 6 ounces before bed. Hydration is huge for recovery.

[@toddboucher3302]

Recovery That even after a workout or race. I perform rolling and hamstring stretch followed by I take a 1-3 percent walk. If I had a 20 miler that night I would walk at least 2 miles. Next Saturday I have a 50k which could be a mud fest. That night I’ll take the dogs for a 3 mile walk then Sunday keep active, Monday normal routine if feel good

[@patdennen3336]

After a good long run I actually like to get in a good active recovery. I’ll get in a big glass of chocolate milk after a long run and then actually get in a good walk, say at the mall. Actually feels better then sitting, but then again i won’t knock your recliner sitting because I do like to lounge myself.

[@THEMASTER26]

Idk if it's because I'm getting older and more into distance running...but mall walking is a weird enjoyable thing for me lol

[@Abes523]

Recovery! QD: After every run, as most people do I stretch but also I use heat on my feet. My wife made me reusable rice bags that I throw in the microwave to heat up, it feels amazing on my feet and I do it every day.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Rice bags, brilliant, love that.

[@MattNasty]

Epson Salt baths feel great. I feel as If it helps get recovery going. Also, using the R8 roller on my legs has really helped.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Thanks Matthew for the reminder about the R8 Roller.

[@joyridaz]

Recovery: protein shake with sea salt immediately after run and guzzle a big bottle of water. Then stretch. Compression. Huge meal. Epsom salt bath (voodoo?), tumeric tea, bone breath , then lots and lots of sleep and foam rolling. Magnesium tea before bed helps with deep sleep

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

sea salt for the win!

[@Deadbuck73]

Bone breath! Nothing a brush and some paste can’t cure ;) lol just kidding! Great items! Thank you for sharing!

[@markkencroft9662]

After a long run ,try to walk about the same day walking the dogs then following day ,try to walk more and go for a swim to help muscles recover this helps me so much ….thanks for your blogs very helpful ,was looking to buy new running shoes ,I now know what shoes to try first thanks to all your informative blogs thanks Mark (Ealing ,London ,England)

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

You're welcome Mark, and thank you for tuning in.

[@philbrydges3096]

Recovery. Very timely, just recovering with feet up after my first ever 20 mile run this morning. I am fairly new to running, I started last year and ran the Manchester (UK) half marathon in October (1:21) and I am planning to run my first marathon in Liverpool this May (week after Cleveland I think). I am following your journey with great interest.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Wonderful Phil, keep me posted on your progress as well for Liverpool.

[@RyanHuggler]

I started running “seriously” after my freshman track season in 2017. I ran XC in middle school but didn’t run XC freshman year. I’d like to think I’m an “experienced” runner running 13 mile long runs and hitting 50+ miles per week but not quite. 😅 Always still learning. QOD: I don’t have a usual routine like that but I ran a 13 mile long run Saturday and I took today (Sunday) off and cross trained in the pool.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Smart man getting in the pool, that will pay off tomorrow. If you think of it, post your leg feel tomorrow (Monday).

[@reecegunningham]

ran my first 26.2 mile trail marathon today. The furthest I'd ran before that was 10km!! Legs are in bits :)

[@jarrodcrano2291]

Recovery.. What is the red thing you step on at the gym? I drink the same tea.. love that stuff so much! After a long hard run or race I use the Recovery Roll R8 roller. Best recovery tool I’ve ever owned. I also make sure to go for a walk to get blood flowing, and also wear compression socks for the same reason.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

It's amazing how much a simple walk can do for loosening up.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Balance disc I do believe for the red thing, not sure on the brand though.

[@kevburmaster7161]

Awesome seth, great vid. I really liked it. On recovery days, I like a massage. It's like a pro foam roller, but it targets every muscle we work out in a full body workout/run. I highly recommend it. Even the thai variety if you're into some masseuse stretching the old armor :-) just make sure you're honest with the masseuse. If it hurts, tell them.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Nice! Would love to get back to a consistent massage routine, tough to find the $$ sometimes.

[@goldim575]

great video, thank you

[@Gamer8451]

RECOVERY qotd: Chocolate milk, before I go for a long run I always make sure I have a big carton of chocolate milk back home. My muscles wouldn't feel completely dead fatigue the next day. and the day after I normally would have an active 2-3 miles recovery run and adding some good food for recovery. And finally a good long sleep.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Chocolate Milk for the win!

[@swapnilbhosale5080]

Wow loved the part when your son said "hey youtube" the key word is recovery

[@LloydSim]

Awesome topic ! Also, I'll be sending a pair of my asics dynaflyte shoe that I barely used soon! I probably only have 12 or 15 miles in them, but i gotta double check my strava ;) QD: A bit different for me, but I usually eat a lot, like almost buffet style feast to replenish all the calories I just burnt. I also do yoga -- either going to a yoga studio/class or youtube video yoga :) After that, before I sleep and get ready for the next day, I foam roll my full body :)

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

YEAH for the delicious food! THANKS so much for sending the shoes, you're the best, can't wait to see them.

[@swapnilbhosale5080]

Sleep is greatest recovery followed by nutrition, stretching and Foam roller etc.

[@benmiller6027]

After a workout or race, I tried to get a good night sleep, or even a few naps.

[@kevrunsascott]

Recovery. Once again awesome video as ever! When it comes to DOMS, I noticed that happened when I have several weeks away from any sort of exercise. So consistently is key I think....however, given a day or so at times for recovery is a must. The Placebo effect is VERY power when it comes to your Tumeric and Ginger tea - but even so, if you like the taste, Drink up!! QOD: After a long run...1 thing I do, is not run that day! it ensures I get at least 2 good nights sleep to aide recovery! 9.3k Subscribers - having a party when you get to 10k? Question for you Seth if you get a chance to read this over your many many social media streams, why don't you think you could become a coach? You certainly have a lot of experience and for someone with a history of ultra running - alot of what you know could be adapted to someone who wants to run their first mile to their first ultra? Just a thought.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Yes Kevin! I think the big question is TIME for me. I'd have to sacrifice the daily vlog unfortunately, just not enough time in the day for quality coaching and the vlog...BUT I have ideas on how to overcome this with technology and a little more outside help. I appreciate the encouragement, keeping the options open.

[@Noggins]

I used the Hyper Ice and Hyper Venom! Both amazing recovery products!

[@Noggins]

Love the channel by the way. Just finished my first full marathon (LA marathon) now my legs are feel stiff and sore! It was one of the the best experience ever.

[@StrawNonHuman]

I'm a new runner. I really like your content. But being a new runner, i honestly don't know how to start so that I will be as efficient as I can. :)

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Antonio, here to help, new vlog everyday and I'll continue to guide you and others through the process.

[@keyjimmy1]

Physical therapy and stretching everyday.

[@benmiller6027]

I like this post since I am a therapist. 😀 What specific therapeutic activities do you do?

[@keyjimmy1]

@@benmiller6027 I'm doing core work along with foot and ankle exercises, 10 minutes stretching everyday.

[@benmiller6027]

Awesome, I do similar types of exercises as well. Good luck on your running.

[@keyjimmy1]

@@benmiller6027 Thank you very kindly

[@RyanHuggler]

Looking forward to the plyometrics video.

[@fedo5940]

I’m new started 6weeks ago

[@didoma73]

can you go over some drills you do in the gym?

[@brentyoung6061]

Well I see my shoes made it there that's great! the next day after a race I like to take a walk, or go on elliptical machine, something that is low impact. Because your legs take enough pounding in a race, and you need that time to recover. And i take a cold bath, really helped in the past, for my recovery. And i do some rolling and light stretching. And I'm like you seth i like to put my legs up on the recliner to.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Ice baths, good man. They are so tough, but I know that they can really help.

[@matthewcochran1522]

Another question: what would u recommend for more experienced runners taking a day off of running each week or running everyday

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Matthew, I think one day a week off per week is fine. I prefer to run everyday for the mental break. Going for a run is just a nice way to unplug for me. Physically I think a day off is not a bad idea, but most especially if you are feeling a little beat up.

[@matthewcochran1522]

Seth James DeMoor ive been running for a long time ish so my mew years resolution was to run everyday of 2019 and i havent missed a day!

[@gosekinz]

0. put on a pair of recovery tights

[@ironmantooltime]

Agree with 99% of this 👍 Agree with 99% of this 👍😄 Day after a long run you'll almost definitely find me ... Wearing calf sleeves!

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Brilliant, I love calf sleeves too, thanks for the reminder 👍🏻

[@jessecarter4829]

Recovery for me is swimming then hit sauna and foam roller

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Sounds perfect!

[@cuddlespooh]

Sprained my ankle this morning while going downhill. It's not swollen but when I turn my ankle it hurts a little. Any chance I can do short runs?

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Definitely, I think rolled or sprained ankles should actually be jogged on, preferably on a softer surface. I have found that if you stop moving the ankle it will just get more tight and take longer to heal.

[@markforquer8214]

Do you ever use a muscle rub like bengay or biofreeze? Not sure they do anything but sure feel good.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Mark, I have used some forms of icy hot, is that similar?

[@rezasajadiany2663]

A newbie here!

[@ronanmcmahon-staggs7313]

Recovery I take ice baths at my gym after going in the sauna and hot tub and stretching (ice bath)

[@UltraDad]

Recovery. I think I recover too much. I’m still trying to increase my workouts. I’ll put a pin in this for later!

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

It's such a balance, walking the line.

[@tamer982]

Ok, I didn’t answer your question lol “After a half marathon or longer I go for a 60 mins massage”

[@celticstephenhill]

Epsom salt is 100% in your head. But definitely don't stop if it works 😉

[@marlinweekley51]

Epsom salts does nothing externally but probably does no harm - 🤪

[@austineaton8038]

Ice bath and chocolate milk ftw

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

YES!!!

[@sylvainbauge]

Ice bath

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Good man, takes a lot of grit to hop in there.

[@joyridaz]

Action item: beer tent... promotes recovery by accelerating inflammation required for adaptation... jk but seriously you gotta do something as a mental reward even if science doesn’t recommend.

[@SethJamesDeMoor]

Agreed, nice treat goes a long ways....for me it's hot coffee!