Is Active Recovery good for energy & vitality?

The evidence is still emerging, so it's too early to say for certain. Classic physiological studies establish that light active exercise clears blood lactate faster than complete rest, and a broader evidence-based review of post-exercise recovery techniques includes active recovery among modalities with some supporting data for reducing markers of fatigue. That's reflected in an evidence score of 15/100 for its role in energy & vitality, drawn from 6 studies (1 RCT), with an estimated impact on longevity rated limited (10/100).