Every runner needs rest days. Muscles strengthen when they have the ability to restore and rebuild. Plan your week and schedule rest days following your long run. Keep your plan simple. Consider cross-training on rest days. Biking, yoga, swimming, or strength training provide healthy options and leverage different muscle groups. Maintain moderation and a balanced work out plan. This will ensure your best runs and most productive runs. Additionally, sufficient sleep time is critical. Rest is not a place to take short cuts. Enjoy a good night’s sleep today and run your best run tomorrow.