How do I recover faster after working out?
Recovery hierarchy: sleep (7-9 hrs), nutrition (protein within 2-3 hrs, carbs for glycogen), hydration, active recovery (light movement), then optional tools (foam rolling, cold exposure). Overtraining is under-recovery. 48-72 hours between training the same muscle group.
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