Rest days are crucial to give your muscles time to rest and recover, especially after doing strength training or an intense workout. I remember my physical therapist always reminding me, “Take your ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

As a personal trainer and fitness enthusiast, I thoroughly enjoy my gym workouts, and the idea of taking a day off isn’t very tempting. You may have similar feelings and wonder if rest days are ...

But what does "resting" really mean? For many, it's synonymous with couch, blanket, and not moving an inch. And while that passive rest has its place, there's a "superhero" in the world of recovery ...

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 ...

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.

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"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, ...

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 ...