Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
By Sara Keenan

Seasoned marathon runners give their advice for post-race recovery

As the 2025 Adidas Manchester Marathon and the 45th edition of The TCS London Marathon approaches, more than 86,000 runners are expected to complete the 26.2 miles on Sunday, 27 April.

When it comes to the aftermath of a marathon, it can be a whirlwind of emotions as runners cross the finish line, ranging from relief, sadness, pain and excitement. What can often be overlooked during the coming hours, days or week following the big race is recovery and how to best look after your body.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.