When you’ve been hitting it hard in the gym and are seeing results, it can be tempting to skip your rest days. However, the more you get into this habit, the more likely your progress will stall in the long term. Then you’ll get into a vicious cycle of trying to train even harder, eventually burning your body out and sabotaging your own efforts.
“Regardless of your goals, taking rest days, and prioritising active recovery should always be factored into your exercise programme,” says Aoife Okonedo Martin, Certified Personal Trainer at Ultimate Performance. Not to mention, it’s where the magic really happens. Here’s everything you need to know about rest days and how to make the most of them so you can ensure long-term success.
