In this article that I wrote for Chaski Run, titled "The Off Season", I delve into the importance of the off-season for runners. It's a time for rest, recovery, and reflection. I discuss how fitness loss during this period is slower than we might fear and how it's regained faster than expected.
I also touch on the value of cross-training and maintaining some level of physical activity. Most importantly, I highlight that the off-season is a crucial time to plan for long-term running goals.
For more details and to gain a deeper understanding, I highly recommend checking out the full article here.