I have read many article, mags, opinions about the proper rest time between races and i still dont know. For a sprint distance i have heard a minimum of 3-4 days off with no activity, yet after the race (the next few days) i dont feel sore or even drained really. I understand the importance of rest and recovery periods as they pertain to strength training and cardiovascular, but after a race i dont feel as tired as after a training run/bike/swim. Is it necessary to rest if your body doesnt feel its needed? I would like to here any and all opinions on this matter.
Dustin

I feel the same way, Dustin. BUT, I only have 1 event to speak from. Did my first about a week ago. I felt like I probably didn't push myself enough during the event, because I had *way* too much left over at the end. We went trail running the next day.

Ok, now I have 2 events to speak from - both Sprint distance; and, both: I did a workout the next day - because I wanted to; even after running pretty hard. It just felt good.