Yokuts Easy Run

Easy, or Recovery Run
The type of workout that should make up the greatest portion of your schedule is the Recovery Run. This is low intensity training lasting 30 to 60 minutes that elevates the heart rate just enough to promote faster tissue repair, muscle relaxation, and higher metabolism. It is exactly what your body needs in order to generate stronger muscles and greater oxygen volume capacity (Max VO2) the day after high intensity training.
Better than complete rest, these easy runs quicken the regeneration process by stimulating nutrient absorption from food, and allowing oxygenated blood to penetrate deeper into muscle fibers. It is specifically this type of work that enables an athlete to reap the greatest benefits from hard train-ing. In addition, Recovery Runs prevent soreness and stiffening from excess lactic acid.For these reasons you should have at least 3 low intensity Recovery Run days per week. Basically, Recovery Runs should always precede & follow high intensity training.