“I feel guilty when I take a day off.” “If I’m not sweating, I’m not making progress.” Sound familiar? You’re not lazy – you’re misinformed. Rest days aren’t a sign of weakness. They are essential for becoming stronger, faster, and healthier. What Happens When You Skip Rest Days Increased injury risk – Overtrained muscles and joints break down. Plateaued progress – Without recovery, strength and endurance stop improving. Poor sleep and mood – Chronic exercise without rest raises cortisol (stress hormone). 4 Types of Rest Days (And When to Use Them) 1. Full Rest...
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