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If your athlete is sick this week, recovery comes before practice
Dear [Team Name] Families, If your athlete is sick this week, the main goal is recovery first and training second. The body does not adapt well when it is being asked to handle illness and hard training at the same time. The priorities are simple: - stay hydrated - eat easy foods the athlete can tolerate - rest more than usual - return gradually instead of treating one good hour as proof everything is normal again Do not try to train through fever, vomiting, dehydration, chest symptoms, or an illness that is clearly getting worse. Families help most by making the early-food plan simple and realistic. Fluids, easy carbs, and tolerable foods are usually more useful than trying to force a perfect meal. The return also matters. Athletes often feel a little better and want to jump straight back into normal work. A lighter first step is usually smarter than using one session to "prove" they are back. This week, we are keeping the message practical: recover first, then rebuild the training rhythm. If you want the free starting point first, join Aspire Runner Fueling Lab here: https://aspireperformancerd.com/runner-fueling-lab?source=coach-curriculum-email Best, Coach [Your Name]