Originally Posted by Chuck M

I attempted my first century this past weekend getting 85 miles done before sagging in with a cut tire. Physically for the most part I felt well during the ride and the next day had my running partner not been out of town, I may have attempted our usual Sunday run because I felt well. But I thought it best to rest that day and took the dog for a short walk. Monday is a rest day anyway so I stuck to that schedule. However this morning I went out for my usual 3 mile run and was flat. I felt good, but had zero energy so I stopped at .75 mile and walked home.

I'm 57 in reasonably good condition and acclimated to the heat and humidity we are experiencing. How much recovery do others take after a long ride? I seem to be much flatter as far as energy goes than I am after a half or full marathon. Is there anything different that I should try for recovery than I do after a long run?

Thanks