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Unlock Napping’s Hidden Strength: Transform Your Running Recovery

Unlock Napping’s Hidden Strength: Transform Your Running Recovery

Update: 2025-08-27
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In this episode, Carina discusses the often-overlooked benefits of napping for runners, emphasizing how naps can enhance recovery, improve performance, and support overall health. She shares personal experiences and insights into the cultural stigma surrounding napping, advocating for its acceptance as a vital part of a runner's training regimen. The conversation highlights the physiological benefits of napping, including muscle repair, injury prevention, and improved mood, while also offering practical tips for incorporating naps into a busy lifestyle.

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Unlock Napping’s Hidden Strength: Transform Your Running Recovery

Unlock Napping’s Hidden Strength: Transform Your Running Recovery

Carina Heilner, Cher Wallentine