Originally Posted by
AzTallRider
1. Take a rest day or two each week, riding longer on the days you do ride to make up for it.
2. Drink a recovery drink with protein after each ride (protein is needed to rebuild muscles).
3. Stretch each evening, and roll out or massage your muscles.
4. Get plenty of sleep.
Right there. Muscles need a break from the particular activity and so does your well-being that generates enthusiasm.
One little add-on..... B-12 in the morning. You might not want to do a second dose any later if at all. When I'm heavy weight training B-12 makes me thrash around all night