Routines with rest days are easier to schedule around your life. People who work out six days a week have to fit those ...

With fitness culture too often celebrating extreme training and a “no days off” mentality, rest is routinely misunderstood or overlooked entirely. If you’re constantly sore, stiff or stuck at a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As someone who loves to work out, I want to make every day of training count. Whether it’s Pilates, ...

Being competitive has been part of my DNA since childhood. In my adult years, I still struggle with putting my natural drive toward intensity to rest, which can be an issue when it comes to workouts.

If you’ve ever worried that a rest day might erase your progress, take a deep breath — research shows the exact opposite. Recovery is where the real gains are made for your fitness. Strength training ...

When it comes to fitness goals, many enthusiasts focus intensely on training sessions, tracking every rep and set with precision. Yet the time spent outside the gym often determines the true ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Discussions on diet typically involve talking with clients about what to eat on training days.

Should You Really Take It Easy or Is Light Activity Like Walking or Yoga Allowed for Better Recovery? FITBOOK Consults ...

Amateur cyclists and athletes know the importance of resting. Some weeks after a hard push, it is necessary to take a day off and put your feet up. It is all part of your progression on the bike. But, ...

• 1 day of restorative recovery, incorporating breathwork and bodywork • As needed, a passive rest day of total relaxation You might feel like you’re doing everything right by training hard, eating ...