Recovery is multi faceted. Re-fueling, re-hydrating and stretching post exercise are common physical recovery strategies. Sleep, deep tissue massage, active release, osteopathy can be added to this list. Paying attention to the mental and emotional side of recovery is equally important. Quality rest, yoga, breathing exercises, post exercise journaling, letting go of mistakes, recovering from setbacks, carving out personal and social time (time management) are other useful techniques to stay energized and prevent burnout.

To attain and sustain peak performance athletes must continue to love what they do. Striving for balance enables athletes to withstand the intense demands of training and performance, while continuing to fuel their passion.